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Is the opposition coalition turning into a sinking ship?

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua (center) with DAP- Kenya party Eugene Wamalwa (right) and Wiper party counterpart Kalonzo Musyoka during the launch of new DAP- Kenya party headquarters in Karen, Nairobi on January 27th 2025. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

Does the country have a functioning opposition? What comprises the opposition, and is it provided for in law?

These are some of the questions a majority of Kenyans have been raising, arguing that opposition parties should be more robust in overseeing the government, given that they are also entitled to funding.

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