The unexpected move, announced during a tense press briefing in Kilifi, has ignited fresh political speculation and raised pressing questions about shifting loyalties ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Jumwa, once a vocal defender of the Kenya Kwanza administration, appeared composed yet resolute as she declared that her political future “could no longer thrive in an environment where voices from the grassroots are sidelined.”
Though she avoided mentioning names, her remarks hinted at deepening cracks within the ruling coalition, suggesting long-standing internal grievances finally reached breaking point.
Sources close to both camps claim that discussions between Jumwa and PAA leadership had been quietly ongoing for months.
Her arrival marks a significant boost for Kingi, whose party has been fighting to reclaim its influence along the Coast after being overshadowed by bigger political machines.
Political analysts say Jumwa’s defection could alter the region’s political arithmetic. With her strong grassroots network, charismatic appeal, and reputation for bold, uncompromising politics, she brings to PAA a strategic advantage as it positions itself as a homegrown alternative for coastal voters.
But behind the scenes, questions linger. Was Jumwa edged out of UDA power circles? Did simmering frustrations with the party’s internal dynamics push her away? Or is she forging her own path in anticipation of a bigger political role under the PAA banner?
As supporters celebrate and critics speculate, one thing is clear: Aisha Jumwa has re-entered the political arena with renewed fire—and her next move could redraw the Coast’s political map in ways no one saw coming.
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