Kileleshwa Member of County Assembly (MCA) Robert Alai has weighed in on the political ambitions of Leon Major Malala, the son of Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) deputy party leader Cleophas Malala.

Taking to his official X account on Sunday, April 12, 2026, Alai offered both praise and a pointed warning.

Leon Malala recently declared his intention to vie for a parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election, signalling a potential entry into national politics for the young aspirant.

Praise with a caveat

Reacting to the announcement, Alai described Leon as a promising communicator with strong potential but cautioned that his political path could be hindered by certain affiliations.

“This is a good start for the young man. Great communicator. He will only need to discard Wamunyoro Camp to get headway,” Alai said.

Alai’s comment is a direct reference to political alignments linked to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, whose rural home in Wamunyoro has become a symbolic hub of his political base.

Leon’s declaration adds to the growing list of young aspirants positioning themselves ahead of the 2027 elections, which are already shaping up to be highly competitive.

Leon’s MP bid

Leon announced while speaking during the launch of the DCP Youth League Nyeri Chapter on Saturday, April 12, 2026. The event was graced by his father, who represented party leader Rigathi Gachagua.

The young Malala, whom many say mirrors his father’s bold speaking style, stated that his decision to venture into politics is not influenced by his family background but rather driven by what he termed as poor leadership currently being witnessed in the country.

“I am not a politician; I do not aspire to be one. I have never dreamt of being a politician, but I am going to vie for an MP seat. It’s not because of my dad but because of the kind of leadership this country has offered.”

He took issue with challenges facing the youth, sharply criticising what he described as rising cases of abductions and extrajudicial killings. Leon questioned the state of leadership, asking why such incidents continue to occur under the country’s top leadership.

He further urged the youth to take an active role in shaping the country’s future, emphasising that they have both the numbers and the ability to bring about meaningful change.

Using a software analogy, Leon likened the country to a system that requires regular updates to remain efficient. He called for a complete overhaul of Kenya’s leadership, advocating for the election of young leaders with fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the nation’s challenges.