In a significant step toward the 2027 General Election, former Chief Justice David Maraga has revealed that his presidential campaign has raised Sh7.7 million, signaling the start of a grassroots-driven movement focused on constitutionalism and transparency.
Disclosing the figures via a statement on his X account, Maraga provided a detailed breakdown of the contributions to reinforce his commitment to accountability. The data shows that the campaign’s largest support base currently resides outside Kenya, with the Diaspora contributing over Sh6 million of the Sh7,745,788 raised so far.
“I am deeply grateful to the 1,834 of you who have made a financial contribution to our campaign,” Maraga stated, specifically noting that the significant boost from Kenyans abroad has been instrumental in his early efforts.
The retired Chief Justice announced that these initial funds will be used to launch the #UkatibaCaravan, a nationwide civic education initiative. This program is designed to strengthen citizen participation and drive voter registration, with a specific focus on mobilizing young people under the banner of #GenZ15MillionStrong.
Running under the United Green Movement Party, Maraga’s campaign—headquartered in Westlands, Nairobi—is built on the pillars of “Reset, Restore, and Rebuild Kenya.” Unlike traditional political bids that often rely on wealthy financiers, Maraga is positioning his run as a people-driven movement. Through his digital platform, supporters can contribute as little as Sh50, with all funds earmarked for grassroots mobilization, town hall meetings, and digital outreach.
Maraga, who rose to international prominence for his integrity during his tenure as Chief Justice, has anchored his bid on ethical leadership. He has pledged that every cent received will be strictly accounted for, promising that any surplus funds following the election would be redirected to a public cause. He further envisioned an administration staffed by experts and professionals, insisting that only ethical and qualified individuals would serve under his leadership.
As he seeks to succeed President William Ruto, Maraga’s early transparency and focus on the “Ukatiba” (Constitution) movement aim to set a new standard for campaign financing and political engagement in Kenya.
By Breaking Kenya News
