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A historic shift in Kenya's Politics as ODM Linda Mwananchi brigade storm Mombasa

There was a significant ODM factional event unfolding on Sunday, March 29, 2026 in Mombasa. 
The "Linda Mwananchi" brigade—associated with a faction within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM)—held a major rally at the historic Tononoka Grounds. 
It was led by prominent figures including Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna (ODM Secretary General), Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, Siaya Governor James Orengo, and others like Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi (who has aligned with this group despite recent party ouster).

Context of the "Linda Mwananchi" Faction

"Linda Mwananchi" (roughly "Protect the Citizen" or "Defend the People") represents a faction in ODM amid ongoing internal divisions. 
This follows a recent Special National Delegates Convention by the main ODM wing, which ratified new leadership: Siaya Senator Dr. Oburu Oginga as party leader, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga as national chairperson, and Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir as deputy party leader. The Linda Mwananchi group has challenged aspects of this process, held its own "People's National Delegates Convention," faced police attempts to disrupt events  before taking its campaign to the Coast.
The Mombasa rally is part of a broader "Coast tour" and public engagement drive by the faction. 
Reports describe a strong turnout, with the team receiving a warm welcome, addressing crowds, and framing the event as defending Raila Odinga's legacy while pushing grassroots ("mwananchi") issues. 
Some attendees and speakers termed it one of the most successful rallies in the region in the wake of post-Raila-era events, with chants and messages targeting local leadership (including references to a "one term" for certain figures).

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