Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has made his boldest political move yet by unveiling a comprehensive list of interim DCP party officials, marking a new chapter in his political journey ahead of the 2027 elections.
The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), whose slogan is Skiza Wakenya (Listen to Kenyans), was officially launched on May 15, 2025, in Lavington, Nairobi. The party is seen as a direct challenge to President William Ruto’s leadership, with Gachagua positioning himself as the voice of the ordinary Kenyan.
In a well-attended event that drew supporters and key political figures from across the country, Gachagua introduced 26 interim officials who will lead the party until the National Delegates Convention (NDC) confirms permanent leadership.
Below is the full list of the newly unveiled DCP party officials:
Top Leadership
- Rigathi Gachagua – Party Leader (Nyeri)
- Cleophas Malala – Interim Deputy Party Leader (Kakamega)
- David Mingati – Chairperson (Kajiado)
Chairpersons & Strategic Leadership
- Peter Mwathi – Deputy Chairperson, Strategy (Kiambu)
- Margaret Sarah Owino – Deputy Chairperson, Operations (Kisumu)
Secretary General Office
- Hezron Obanga – Secretary General (Kisii)
- Martin Ole Kamwaro – Deputy Secretary General (Narok)
Treasury Department
- Hannah Mutua – National Treasurer (Machakos)
- Evangeline Wanjiru Njoka – Deputy Treasurer, Strategy (Embu)
- Thomas Mwita – Deputy National Treasurer (Migori)
Election & Mobilization
- Andrew Kiplimo – Director of Elections (Uasin Gishu)
- Mithuka Linturi – National Organising Secretary (Meru)
Special Groups
- Catherine Waruguru – National Women Leader (Laikipia)
- Cera Wanjinku – National Youth Leader
- John Maraga – Secretary Representing PWDs (Nakuru)
Advisory & Caucuses
- Maina Kamanda – Chairperson of Eminent Persons (Nairobi)
- David Njenga – Chairperson, Diaspora Caucus
- Albanus Kinyua – Chairperson, Religious Caucus
Administration & Coordination
- Alex Khamasi – National Coordinator – Counties (Kakamega)
- Brenda Wanjiru – Executive Director (Busia)
Key Departmental Secretaries
- Christopher Mwadime – Secretary, Devolution (Taita Taveta)
- Mercy Gakuya – Secretary, Education (Nairobi)
- Elvan Nyambura – Secretary, International Affairs (Murang’a)
- Hussein Athmani – Secretary, Tourism (Kilifi)
DCP’s Cultural Touch: Rallying Songs to Inspire
In addition to unveiling the DCP party officials, the party introduced two powerful rallying songs—one in English and another in Kiswahili. The tracks highlight key themes such as:
- Liberating Kenyans
- Redeeming the payslip
- Listening to citizens
- Expanding democratic space
These songs are set to be used across rallies and grassroots campaigns to connect with the public and amplify the party’s mission.
What’s Next for Gachagua and DCP?
The launch of the DCP and its interim leadership comes at a critical moment in Kenya’s political landscape. As Gachagua breaks away from the UDA camp and President Ruto, the DCP party officials are expected to play pivotal roles in shaping the party’s strategy, recruitment, and nationwide presence ahead of 2027.
With the slogan Skiza Wakenya, the Democracy for Citizens Party is already branding itself as a party for the people—focused on economic dignity, equity, and civic participation.
Are you ready to Skiza Wakenya? Stay tuned as the DCP journey unfolds and Kenya’s political arena heats up.
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