Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s seat has been subjected into a fresh scrutiny as the 2027 political alignment takes shape. This comes after Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru’s recent declaration amid growing political discussion over whether Kindiki will retain the running mate position in the 2027 election.
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In April 2026, Kindiki publicly indicated that Waiguru would transition into national politics after completing her term as governor. During their joint appearance in Kirinyaga, he said the two were working together to support Ruto’s re-election bid. People Daily report
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The joint appearance suggested cooperation between the two leaders, even as speculation continued over the future composition of the Kenya Kwanza presidential ticket.
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More recently, Mwea MP Mary Maingi defended Kindiki, insisting that the Deputy President’s position was not vacant while he remained in office.
Her remarks followed renewed discussion of Waiguru’s ambitions and Ndia MP George Kariuki’s October 12 declaration that he would seek the Deputy President’s position in 2027. People Daily
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The emerging debate suggests that the contest for the running mate position could involve several leaders within the ruling coalition.
Other politicians have also been mentioned in discussions surrounding the position, including Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya and Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi.
However, being mentioned as a possible candidate does not amount to a formal nomination, and the final decision will depend on political negotiations within the presidential camp.
What Happens Next?
With the 2027 General Election approaching, Waiguru’s national ambitions place her at the centre of discussions about Mount Kenya’s representation in the next government.
Her declaration of interest in the Deputy President’s position, alongside her longer-term presidential ambition, raises questions about the political role she intends to pursue after leaving Kirinyaga County leadership.
For now, Kindiki remains Deputy President, while no final decision on Ruto’s 2027 running mate has been established in the cited reports.
The coming months will provide further indications of how the ruling coalition approaches succession, regional representation and the selection of its presidential ticket.
