Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has arrived in Boston, Massachusetts, for engagements with Kenyans living and working in the United States as his extended diaspora tour enters its final phase.
Gachagua said he had arrived in Boston to meet and engage with the Kenyan community, describing the visit so far as “truly marvellous”.
In a statement, the former Deputy President said Kenyans living abroad had demonstrated talent, resilience and ingenuity through their achievements.
“Kenyans daring abroad and succeeding is a testament to the talent, resilience, and ingenuity we have at home,” he said.
Gachagua said the skills and insights of Kenyans in the diaspora could play an important role in managing the country’s resources and building national wealth.
“We should never take them for granted; their skills and insight can play a vital role in managing our resources and building our nation’s wealth,” he said.
Gachagua was received by members of the Kenyan community in Boston, who presented him and his wife, Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, with flowers.
He is accompanied by Dorcas, Embakasi North MP James Gakuya and Embakasi Central MP Benjamin Gathiru, popularly known as Mejja Donk.
“Consultations continue,” Gachagua said.
The Boston visit follows the conclusion of the Texas leg of Gachagua’s approximately 50-day tour of the United States, which has combined diaspora engagements, political meetings and discussions on investment and Kenya’s economic prospects.
Gachagua and his delegation had been in Dallas since September 25 before travelling to Boston on Thursday. His published itinerary places him in the Massachusetts city from October 1 to October 9.
During his Dallas engagements, Gachagua met investors who, according to DCP, expressed interest in investing in Kenya and creating jobs.
The party said the discussions highlighted opportunities for increased investment and employment.
Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua and his wife, Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, arrive in Boston, Massachusetts, for engagements with Kenyans living in the United States on October 1, 2026/ HANDOUT
Gachagua has also called on Kenyans living abroad to play a greater role in managing the country’s affairs, arguing that their economic contributions give them a stake in decisions made at home.
During a meeting with the Dallas Diaspora Caucus, he advocated for greater involvement of the diaspora in national development.
The former Deputy President has also used the US tour to advance his political and economic message ahead of the 2027 General Election.
He has blamed corruption and opaque government processes for discouraging potential investors and has promised tax incentives for investors who create jobs if his political camp takes power.
The tour has also provided a platform for discussions on opposition cooperation ahead of the next election.
by CHRISTABEL ADHIAMBO
