Democracy for the Citizens Party Stories

Ex-DP Rigathi Gachagua launches DCP’s diaspora office in Seattle
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Jul 14, 2025

The office, dubbed the North Pacific Chapter Satellite Office, was launched on Monday, with Gachagua presiding over the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Ex-DP Rigathi Gachagua warmly received in Seattle as he begins US tour
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 11, 2025

Gachagua is expected to visit several cities, including Dallas, California, Seattle, Boston, and Baltimore, where he will hold town hall meetings and...

Saba Saba legacy faces new test as police lock down Nairobi against Gen Z protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 07, 2025

As early as 5 a.m., police sealed off all roads leading to Nairobi’s city centre, erecting barricades and roadblocks that disrupted public transport a...

Raila to lead Saba Saba Day tributes at Kamukunji, urges reflection on democracy
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 07, 2025

This year’s commemoration marks 35 years since the historic Saba Saba protest on July 7, 1990, which ignited Kenya’s transition from a one-party state...

Government warns Saba Saba protests could cripple Kenya’s economy, scare off investors
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 06, 2025

CS Kinyanjui has cautioned that business disruptions and property damage witnessed in past protests have painted Kenya as an unstable environment for...

Police brutality, state censorship are a threat to Kenya's democracy, civil society groups warn
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 03, 2025

They highlighted multiple signs of democratic backsliding, including the use of masked police in unmarked vehicles, closure of media stations, violati...

MPs push for Interior CS Murkomen’s ouster over 'shoot to kill' remarks amid public outrage
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 30, 2025

The MPs argue that Murkomen overstepped his legal authority by endorsing the use of lethal force—an action they say puts lives at risk and erodes the...

Gachagua accuses Ruto's government of sabotaging Gen Z protests, demands justice for victims
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jun 26, 2025

Gachagua accused the government of breaking promises made to the youth, saying their growing frustration stems from unfulfilled pledges dating back to...

Storm brewing in DCP over Rigathi Gachagua’s power-sharing proposal
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 25, 2025

Rigathi Gachagua insists the move is essential to keeping the party together, especially after primaries, which have historically triggered infighting...

Kenya pushes back as diplomatic pressure mounts over protest anniversary
Mwangi Maina  |  Jun 25, 2025

While acknowledging the concerns raised about policing, the ministry emphasised that any violations "are addressed through our institutions—including...

UDA summons two nominated MCAs over links to Gachagua's party
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 06, 2025

According to the summons, UDA says both leaders wore branded merchandise of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) during a political event on May 15,...

High court bars DCI, DPP from arresting Malala over Kakamega chaos, grants anticipatory bail
Joseph Ndunda  |  May 28, 2025

Malala says he received information on plans to arrest him for hosting his DCP leader, Rigathi Gachagua, at his homecoming party in Kakamenga earlier...

Gachagua party launch postponed after Sports Kenya revoked Kasarani booking
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 27, 2025

In response, the DCP condemned the cancellation, describing it as “an affront to democracy” and accused the government of attempting to frustrate its...

DCP to field over 150 candidates in 2027 as Gachagua vows to challenge Ruto’s leadership
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 26, 2025

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced that the party is targeting at least 130 National Assembly seats and 22 Senate seats.

Music meets politics: Content creators slam Gachagua’s call to boycott musicians who met Kindiki
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 26, 2025

The Digital Content Creators Association of Kenya accused the former Deputy President of attempting to silence artistic voices and weaponise culture f...

Gachagua to officially launch DCP party on June 3 at Kasarani stadium, 5,000 people expected at the event
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 23, 2025

This comes just weeks after Gachagua, during a widely publicised event on May 15, publicly unveiled the name of the party and introduced a line-up of...

DCP defends Orwoba after UDA expulsion, slams Speaker Kingi for defying court order
Rachael Mutabasi  |  May 22, 2025

The party highlighted Orwoba’s bravery in questioning Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua regarding the lost funds of Kenyans promised jobs abroad.

Gachagua reveals why Ruto’s photos still hang in his home: ‘A constant reminder of betrayal’
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

According to Gachagua, the decision to keep President Ruto's photos was deliberate, meant to constantly remind him not to trust people blindly.

From power to peace: Gachagua finds joy in rural life after impeachment as DP
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 17, 2025

If his impeachment was intended to end his political journey, Gachagua sees it instead as the start of a new, more purposeful chapter—one that begins...

Pain for Gachagua as election violence against Ruto critics escalates
Barack Oduor  |  May 16, 2025

Concerns are mounting over the rise in politically motivated violence, prompting election observers to question whether the 2027 polls will be free an...

State blames Gachagua’s "unpaid" supporters for chaos at DCP party launch, says police weren't notified
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 15, 2025

CS Murkomen claimed that the violence was sparked by a dispute among some of Gachagua’s supporters over unpaid dues.

DP Kindiki slams political intolerance after goons storm Gachagua event
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 15, 2025

Kindiki warned that insults, political violence, and divisive language threaten the country’s democratic foundation and must not be tolerated.

Crowds scamper for safety as security shoot in the air to disperse goons at Gachagua’s party launch
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 15, 2025

Rowdy individuals, believed to be goons, tried to storm the venue with the apparent intent to disrupt the proceedings, which had come to a close.

Gachagua unveils Democracy for Citizens Party, names Cleophas Malala as interim deputy leader
Barack Oduor  |  May 15, 2025

Gachagua has anchored his political messaging on “listening to the people,” claiming that many Kenyans no longer resonate with the United Democratic A...

Gachagua to unveil Democracy for Citizens Party, official launch set for Thursday
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 14, 2025

Additional reports indicate that Gachagua has settled on green, brown and black as the outfit's official party colours while its logo features a hand...

AU calls on African states to guarantee journalist safety and press freedom
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  May 03, 2025

He noted that protecting these freedoms is essential for Africa’s democratic growth. "Our niche as the AU is to ensure that the fundamental freedoms a...

US Ambassador raises alarm over threats to press freedom in Kenya
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 03, 2025

The ambassador reminded the public that journalists act as an important bridge between the people and their leaders and that their ability to operate...

Kabila’s party suspended a day after his return to DR Congo
Amina Wako  |  Apr 20, 2025

The interior ministry announced that activities of the People’s Party for Reconstruction and Democracy (PPRD), which Kabila still leads, are "suspende...

Junta-ruled Guinea sets referendum for September in potential step to democracy
Reuters  |  Apr 03, 2025

In July 2024 the junta presented a draft of a new constitution which may allow Doumbouya to participate in the next presidential election.

Coronation of clan elders gains new popularity in north eastern Kenya
Issa Hussein  |  Feb 24, 2025

In Garissa, Wajir and Mandera counties, there has been an upsurge of coronation of clan elders.

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