Jubilee Party attracts young leaders in new push to strengthen grassroots support
By Kenneth Mwenda, June 11, 2026Jubilee Party has stepped up its political mobilisation after receiving a delegation of young leaders and grassroots organisers led by Hon. Kimani Mbugua, marking another sign of renewed activity within the party as it prepares for the 2027 general election in Kenya.
The group, which included aspirants and youth mobilisers from different regions, announced their decision to leave their former political parties and join the Jubilee Party.
In a statement released after the meeting on Thursday, June 11, 2026, the party said the delegation was received by the Secretary General, who welcomed them into what Jubilee describes as a growing political home for young Kenyans.
“Today, our Secretary General had the privilege of receiving a delegation of vibrant young leaders led by Hon. Kimani Mbugua, who together with several aspirants and grassroots mobilizers, made the bold decision to leave their former political parties and join the Jubilee Party,” the statement read.
The party framed the move as a signal of shifting political preferences among young people. It said the youth are increasingly demanding inclusion, opportunity, and space to participate in decision-making rather than being used only during campaigns.
“Their move is a powerful statement that Kenya’s youth are seeking a political home founded on inclusivity, opportunity, and genuine leadership,” the statement added.
Party eyes 2027 elections
Jubilee Party, led by Uhuru Kenyatta, has recently intensified its grassroots activities, including nationwide reorganisation efforts and delegates’ meetings. Party officials say this strategy is aimed at rebuilding support and strengthening structures ahead of the next election cycle.
The meeting comes just weeks after renewed mobilisation events in different parts of the country, including a high-profile delegates’ gathering where Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i emphasised unity, youth inclusion, and party restructuring.
At a separate engagement, Matiang’i said the party was focused on rebuilding trust at the grassroots level.
“Jubilee is now ready to return to government and continue with the impactful work it was doing,” he said during a recent political event, adding that the party intends to expand offices across all 47 counties to strengthen mobilisation.
The latest youth defection and recruitment drive reflects Jubilee’s strategy of positioning itself as a youth-friendly political platform. The party claims it is opening space for young leaders to compete for positions and influence policy direction.