DCP party leader and Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua landed in Baltimore, Maryland on Thursday night, stepping up his campaign to build diaspora support ahead of the 2027 General Election. Accompanied by his wife Pastor Dorcas Rigathi, DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua is expected to hold multiple meetings with Kenyans living in the United States. His engagements will target professionals, entrepreneurs, students, and faith groups across major American cities.
The Baltimore visit marks another stop in Gachagua’s ongoing U.S. tour, which began on July 10. “I am thrilled to have landed in Baltimore, Maryland, as part of my ‘Engage the Diaspora’ tour,” Gachagua stated shortly after arrival. “It is truly fulfilling to witness the indefatigable spirit of Kenyans across the world. Our resilience, warmth, and vibrant culture continue to inspire.”
Rigathi Gachagua ,Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader, a new political outfit formed after his exit from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA). As part of his grassroots mobilization strategy abroad, Gachagua has already launched DCP offices in Seattle, Washington, and Boston, Massachusetts.
Gachagua’s campaign seeks to position the diaspora as an active political and economic stakeholder, especially as Kenya prepares for the 2027 general elections. Gachagua’s tour is scheduled to include more U.S. cities in the coming weeks, with meetings aimed at strengthening his party’s support base and encouraging voter registration among Kenyans living abroad.
Gachagua’s message to the diaspora emphasizes economic empowerment, inclusion, and national unity. While in the U.S., he is also expected to engage with local leaders, civil society organizations, and potential investors interested in Kenya. Rigathi Gachagua’s growing presence abroad signals a sharpened focus on international outreach as political alignments in Kenya begin to take shape ahead of 2027.
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