The UDA party will conduct repeat elections in select polling centers across 42 counties: Phase III elections on March 7, 2026, and Phase II elections on March 28, 2026. Registration for aspiring candidates seeking various positions for the Polling Center Congress begins today on the party website.
Consequently, the party will hold a Special National Governing Council (NGC) meeting on Monday, January 26, 2026, at 8:00 AM at State House, Nairobi. The NGC brings together all UDA elected leaders (Governors, Deputy Governors, Senators, Members of the National Assembly, Women Representatives, Representatives to the EALA, and MCAs) and nominated leaders. The meeting will be chaired by the Party Leader and President, William Samoei Ruto.
In preparation for the 2027 General Elections, the National Steering Committee (NSC) has resolved to establish a “UDA Aspirants Forum” to meet the high demand of individuals seeking to vie for elective positions. To this end, the Party will open a portal for aspirant registration today. The inaugural aspirants’ forum meeting is scheduled for February 4, 2026, at 8:00 AM at State House, Nairobi. A corresponding notice will be issued later.
The Secretary General Sen. Hassan Omar Hassan held a press briefing on the party grassroot elections and other scheduled activities flanked by National Chairperson Cecily Mbarire, Majority Leaders, Hon. Kimani Ichungwa (NA), Aaron Cheruiyot, Senate, NEB Chair, National Treasurer, Hon. Japhet Nyakundi, Anthony Mwaura, Deputy Vice Chair, Kelvin Lunani and Party Directors
