James Orengo, a Kenyan politician currently serving as the Governor of Siaya County, is also a lawyer and human rights activist. Long known for opposing most Kenyan governments and as a member of the ODM party, he has ignited a political storm by standing side by side with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki at the high-profile Nyanza Investment and Development Conference.
A staunch critic of the Kenya Kwanza administration, his participation in a government-driven economic forum has left Kenyans stunned, questioning whether this is a strategic realignment or sheer political opportunism.
The move has triggered a fierce backlash, with enraged citizens branding him insincere. Accusations of hypocrisy are flying, with many arguing that leaders like him cannot decry the government while simultaneously benefiting from its initiatives. The frustration is palpable—loyal opposition supporters feel betrayed, while critics of Nyanza’s leadership insist that this is yet another instance of hollow rhetoric without tangible action.
Amid the uproar, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has emerged as the face of economic transformation, earning praise for his commitment to development. However, a deeper question lingers—does this signal a seismic political shift, or is it merely another calculated manoeuvre ahead of the 2027 political battleground?
By Newsmedia