Former Chief Justice David Maraga has hinted at running a presidential campaign powered by ordinary Kenyans, saying he intends to rely on public contributions rather than big-money donors.
Speaking during an interview on Citizen TV, Maraga said while his team was still fine-tuning the campaign budget, the goal was to make it a grassroots-driven effort financially and ideologically.
“We are working on the figures because we know we will need a significant amount, but I’m confident that Kenyans will come through. This will be a Wanjiku government, and Wanjiku will fund it," he said.Maraga said he personally plans to inject a modest amount somewhere between Ksh1 million and Ksh2 million into the campaign. The rest, he hopes will come from small contributions from Kenyans of goodwill.
Citing the tough economic times facing many families, the former CJ made it clear that the campaign would not rely on large individual donations. Instead, the focus will be on small, voluntary contributions from ordinary citizens.
“People are already asking us when the Paybill will be up,” he said. “We’re not asking for much Ksh10, Ksh20. Even in this hardship, Kenyans want change and are willing to be part of it.”Maraga added that should the campaign receive more than it needs, the surplus funds would be directed toward a public benefit initiative a move he said would demonstrate transparency and commitment to service.
The former head of the Judiciary is among a growing list of leaders said to be eyeing the presidency in the 2027 General Election, where President William Ruto is expected to defend his seat.
