Former Gender Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa has officially resigned from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), citing alleged political betrayal, humiliation and exclusion by President Ruto.
Addressing the media on Thursday, July 30, Jumwa said her decision followed a period of deep reflection, prayer and extensive consultations with her supporters.
“After deep reflection, heartfelt prayer and countless consultations with the people I serve, I have made one of the most difficult decisions of my political life,” she said.
Jumwa then formally announced her departure from the ruling party.
“From today, Aisha Jumwa Katana is no longer a member of the United Democratic Alliance,” she declared.
The former CS accused President Ruto of sidelining her despite her loyalty to his administration, claiming she had been subjected to public humiliation and excluded from important political engagements.
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She alleged that one of the incidents that influenced her decision occurred during a meeting involving Coast region leaders at State House.
“And perhaps you, President Ruto, are not aware, but I was thrown out of State House when Coast leaders had come to see you. I sent you a message, and you never responded to me. I have been humiliated. Even when you come to Kilifi, it is as if you no longer recognise me,” Jumwa claimed.
Although she did not reveal her next political destination, Jumwa’s resignation marks another significant political development as leaders begin positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 General Election.
A prominent political figure in the Coast region, Jumwa previously served as the Member of Parliament for Malindi before joining President Ruto’s administration as Cabinet Secretary for Gender, Culture, Arts and Heritage.
Political analysts are expected to closely watch her next move, with her exit from UDA likely to reshape political alliances in the Coast region and influence the broader political landscape ahead of the 2027 elections.
