DAP-K Affirms Unity and Unveils By-Election Aspirants Across Kenya

“DAP-K is not just a Nairobi-based outfit. We are present and active in more than 40 counties, and today we are proud to have all our county chairpersons here with us. That speaks volumes about the strength and direction of this party,” Hon. Wamalwa said.

“Malava will likely be the most hotly contested race, but DAP-K is prepared. We have received applications from six aspirants, five of whom are still actively in the race,” said Hon. Wamalwa.

“We welcome Hon. Panyako to DAP-K. He has fought tirelessly for health workers in Kenya, and we are confident he is ready to serve the people of Malava and this nation with the same energy,” Wamalwa noted.

“We will not impose any candidate. The people will decide. Our role as a party is to facilitate a fair and democratic process,” Wamalwa affirmed.

“Kenya is hungry for leadership that is honest, accountable, and focused on service. That’s what DAP-K brings to the table,” he said.

“We are not entering these races to participate — we are entering to win. DAP-K is a movement of the people, and we are ready to deliver,” concluded Hon. Wamalwa.

“We cannot allow a situation where young people are arrested and charged as terrorists just for speaking up. We reject that kind of dictatorship.”

“Those youths who said ‘One Term Is Enough’ — they spoke for millions of Kenyans who are hungry, hopeless, and betrayed. That message is not terrorism — it is truth.”

“Some leaders want to use threats to silence the opposition. We want to remind them — intimidation won’t work. Kenyans are awake now.”

“This generation has refused to be bought. They are asking the right questions. And we, as leaders, must not betray their courage.”

“We are not in politics to beg. We are in politics to serve. And our loyalty is to the people — not to the powers that be.”

“Let no one think that DAP-K will join them in betrayal. We remain firm, focused, and rooted in truth.”

“Kenyans deserve better. They deserve leadership that listens, not one that threatens. That delivers, not one that loots. That uplifts, not one that divides.”

“This is the time to stand. And DAP-K will not waver.”

“So far, we have five presidential candidates. One of them may be the best candidate we’ve ever seen. But I don’t think it’s the right time to offer our support to anyone yet. Let’s put an end to this premature speculation about our flag bearer and political line-up. That decision is the party’s prerogative — and at the appropriate time, we shall unveil it.”

“My name is Dickson Maungu, Member of Parliament for Luanda Constituency. I’m one of five MPs elected in 2022 under the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K).”

“We have aspirants who have declared interest in the Malava parliamentary seat — one of the key seats in our region. There has been false propaganda suggesting that the party certificate has already been issued. That is entirely untrue.”

“DAP-K is a fair and democratic party. All aspirants will undergo the proper nomination process without favoritism. If we claim to be democratic, then our processes — including nominations — must be transparent. You cannot speak of democracy while handing out certificates in secrecy or behind closed doors. Let the people of Malava decide who their next leader will be.”

“As members of the DAP-K Parliamentary Group, we recently convened and expressed deep concern over individuals within or around the party who are pushing for a change in party leadership.”

“Let me be clear: we recognize only one party leader — Hon. Eugene Wamalwa. Any other voice attempting to challenge or misrepresent the leadership of this party is not sanctioned by us or by the people of Kenya.”

“Some of those pushing for change are even in positions of privilege within the party. I say this without fear — anyone entertaining the idea of an internal coup will soon find themselves out of the party.”

“The criminal justice system has been weaponized by this government. Laws such as the Prevention of Terrorism Act and the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act are being abused to silence dissent, particularly digital activism and constitutionally protected free speech.”

“These arrests are calculated efforts to intimidate young Kenyans who are simply speaking truth to power. Over 100 protesters have already been charged with terrorism — a charge that can carry up to 30 years or life in prison — despite the fact that the law explicitly exempts peaceful protest from being classified as terrorism.”

“What we are witnessing is the systematic erosion of Article 37 of the Constitution, which guarantees the right to assemble, demonstrate, and picket peacefully. These new tactics are meant to make protests risky, expensive, and criminal — with the threat of long prison terms and punitive bail conditions.”

“It is a deliberate strategy to instill fear and silence a generation that is demanding justice and accountability.”

“Many Kenyans are now saying: ‘One term is enough.’ They cannot endure another term defined by bloodshed, corruption, impunity, and intolerance toward calls for good governance.”

“Branding human rights activists like Boniface Mwangi and opposition figures as terrorists trivializes the serious and legitimate fight against real terrorism. It is an insult to the Constitution, to the people, and to the memory of those who died fighting for freedom.”