Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua met with Kenyan diaspora leaders at his Wamunyoro residence in Nyeri on Saturday to discuss the global expansion of his party, the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP).
The meeting provided a platform for diaspora leaders to update Gachagua on the growth of DCP chapters worldwide. The former deputy president expressed his commitment to strengthen the party’s international presence, emphasizing the significant role the Kenyan diaspora plays in both political mobilisation and development.
Gachagua revealed plans to resume DCP’s continental tours in 2026, aiming to open satellite offices and engage more deeply with diaspora communities across the globe. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to promote the party internationally, particularly as it gears up for the 2027 general elections.
The former deputy president noted the party’s successes in recent by-elections and expressed confidence that this would bolster DCP’s presence not only in Kenya but also among Kenyans living abroad. The diaspora chapters, Gachagua pointed out, will be crucial in supporting the party’s objectives as it expands its reach and influence both locally and internationally.
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This current meeting comes on the heels of Gachagua’s two-month visit to the United States earlier in 2025, where he engaged Kenyan communities and formally opened DCP offices in major U.S. cities.
During this visit, Gachagua highlighted the importance of diaspora involvement in Kenya’s political landscape, especially as the country prepares for upcoming elections. He also opened an additional office in Boston as part of the party’s growing U.S. network.
In previous outreach efforts, Gachagua and his allies have worked to establish a strong base among Kenyans living abroad. By opening DCP offices across key diaspora hubs, the party seeks to mobilise support, foster political dialogue, and create a global network of Kenyan voters and advocates.
Gachagua has consistently emphasized the need for greater inclusion of the diaspora in Kenya’s political process. With many Kenyan citizens living and working abroad, the diaspora has become a critical component of national development, not just financially but also in terms of political influence.
As the 2027 elections draw nearer, political leaders in Kenya are increasingly acknowledging the potential of the diaspora, and Gachagua’s efforts highlight the growing importance of international support for local political parties.
