A wave of political discontent is sweeping across Machakos County as residents express frustration over what they term as “uninspiring and failed leadership” under the current county administration led by Governor Wavinya Ndeti. As the 2027 general elections draw closer, the political winds seem to be shifting rapidly, with citizens openly calling for a fresh start and new leadership.
According to sentiments echoed across the county’s forty wards, the electorate has grown weary of unfulfilled promises, inefficiency, and leadership marred by allegations of nepotism and mismanagement. A growing number of residents are now rallying behind former State House Chief of Staff, Hon. Waita Nzioka, whose political momentum is gaining unprecedented traction.
Insiders say there is growing resistance to the idea of replacing Governor Wavinya Ndeti with her perceived political ally and relative, Hon. Patrick Makau, the current MP for Mavoko. One resident, expressing the public mood, remarked, “That would be like jumping from the frying pan into the burning charcoal.”
Waita Nzioka’s name is now on many lips, viewed by both professionals and grassroots voters as the beacon of hope for a county in dire need of leadership renewal. From business leaders and professionals to small-scale traders and the working class, support for Nzioka cuts across social and economic lines.
His campaign slogan, “Masaku Mbee” has become a rallying cry in market centres, social halls, and even church gatherings. Many view him as a transformative figure with a wealth of experience, a clean track record, and a people-first approach to governance.
“He has the leadership pedigree, the network, and most importantly, he listens,” said a local businesswoman in Kangundo.
With his political star rising like the morning sun, Hon. Waita Nzioka is poised to become a formidable contender in the 2027 gubernatorial race—one that promises to reshape the political landscape of Machakos County.
Whether the momentum will hold into 2027 remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the people of Machakos are no longer willing to settle for mediocrity. The call for change is loud, and it’s growing by the day.
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