Pauline Njoroge quits Uhuru's Jubilee Party for Linda Mwananchi

By Newsflash Writer

Prominent political commentator and digital strategist Pauline Njoroge has resigned from the Jubilee Party, ending a 14-year association with the political outfit led by former President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Njoroge, who served as the party’s Deputy Organizing Secretary and a member of the National Executive Committee (NEC), announced her resignation in a statement issued on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, saying she was leaving to fully dedicate herself to the Linda Mwananchi movement.

Her departure comes at a challenging time for Jubilee, which recently suffered a poor showing in the Ol-Kalou parliamentary by-election in Nyandarua County. The party’s candidate, Wilson Kigwa, garnered only 198 votes in the by-election held on July 16, 2026.

The seat was won by Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) candidate Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru with 35,440 votes, while UDA’s Samuel Muchina finished second with 5,450 votes.

End of a 14-year political journey

In her statement, Njoroge described the decision as difficult but necessary, saying it marked the beginning of a new chapter in her political career.

“For the last fourteen years, I have walked an incredible political journey. Today, however, I believe the time has come to embrace a new chapter,” she said.

Njoroge traced her political journey back to 2012 when she joined The National Alliance (TNA) as Communications Manager. Following the merger of TNA and the United Republican Party (URP) to form the Jubilee Party, she continued serving the new outfit and eventually rose to become Deputy Organizing Secretary.

She expressed gratitude for the opportunities she received during her time in Jubilee, saying the experience transformed her professionally and personally.

“Looking back, I do so with immense gratitude,” she said, adding that the years had “shaped my thinking, sharpened my craft and given me the privilege of serving during one of the most defining political periods in our country’s history.”

Njoroge also paid glowing tribute to Uhuru, describing him as more than a political leader.

“He has been a mentor, a teacher and a political father. He believed in me, entrusted me with responsibility and invested in my growth,” she said.

She added that Uhuru had exposed her to leadership and governance experiences both within Africa and internationally, broadening her understanding of public service.

Joining Linda Mwananchi

While thanking Jubilee for the opportunities it offered, Njoroge said her decision was driven by her growing conviction that the Linda Mwananchi movement represents a platform capable of advancing Kenya’s democratic aspirations.

She revealed that she has been part of the movement since February this year and that her belief in its ideals had strengthened over the past several months.

According to Njoroge, the movement advocates for good governance, constitutionalism, accountability, the rule of law and servant leadership.

“This same conviction aligns me with the broader WANTAM call, a call not simply for political transition, but for national renewal anchored in integrity, constitutionalism and people-centred leadership,” she stated.

She said she was leaving Jubilee with gratitude, treasured friendships and immense respect for the leaders she had served alongside.

“As one chapter closes, another begins,” she said. “I step into it with optimism, renewed purpose and an unwavering belief that Kenya deserves leadership that listens, unites and puts citizens first.”

Njoroge described Linda Mwananchi as more than a political movement, saying it seeks to amplify the voices of ordinary Kenyans, defend constitutionalism and human rights, and build a nation where leadership is defined by service, accountability and respect for the dignity of every citizen.

“It is to this mission that I now dedicate my energy and commitment,” she concluded.

Linda Mwananchi is led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Siaya Governor James Orengo. Njoroge has indicated signs of vying for a political position in Nairobi County in 2027, but she is yet to disclose.