Former Cherang’any Member of Parliament (MP) Joshua Kutuny has declared his intention to reclaim the parliamentary seat in the 2027 General Election, setting the stage for a competitive race in Trans Nzoia County.

Speaking during a burial ceremony at Ziwa, Uasin Gishu County, on October 10, 2025, Kutuny expressed confidence in his political resurgence, citing his past record and recent appointments as key pillars of his campaign.

Kutuny lost the Cherang’any seat in the 2022 General Election to Patrick Simiyu of the Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K). Simiyu garnered 26,748 votes against Kutuny’s 5,312, while Wesley Korir of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) received 26,078 votes.

Kutuny banks on track record

Kutuny, a former Jubilee Party Deputy Secretary General, reflected on his political journey, emphasising his contributions during his previous tenure as MP.

“I had not slipped out. I was trying to hustle with both sides, and I believed Uhuru, but nonetheless, Ruto recalled my efforts while with him and gave me chairmanship in the Kenya Copyright Board,” he said.

“In my previous term while working as the MP, my work was evident, and I know that you will vote for me for my work,” he added.

He assured supporters of a strong comeback, stating, “Do not fret about Cherang’any, because once I bow, no one will stand against me. We will drive away both the governor and MCA back home.”

Kutuny urged residents to elect leaders capable of articulating issues effectively in various platforms, noting, “Be sure to vote for someone who can argue in different settings like parliamentary, senate, and other seatings; let us avoid the embarrassment like that of Kericho County.”

Political dynamics ahead of 2027

Kutuny’s declaration comes amid shifting political alliances in the Rift Valley. During the same event, he lauded the recent political pact between President William Ruto and Gideon Moi, terming it a significant step in uniting the Kalenjin community.

His comeback bid also aligns with his appointment as Chairperson of the Kenya Copyright Board in 2023, a role he received after supporting Raila Odinga in the 2022 election.