Chama Cha Kazi

Chama Cha Kazi is a political party in Kenya. The party motto “Kazi na Pesa” loosely translates into “Work and Money”.^[1]

History

The party was founded in 2021 by Moses Kuria after he left the People’s Empowerment Party.^[1]

In April 2022, the party faced a schism.^[2] They contested the 2022 Kenyan general election as part of Kenya Kwanza, and elected one MP.^[3] Following his nomination as a cabinet secretary, Kuria started a process of disbanding his party to join the United Democratic Alliance.^[4]

References

1. Nyambura, Eva (2021-08-05). "Moses Kuria Unveils New Party "Chama cha Kazi" Following PEP Ouster". KahawaTungu. Retrieved 2022-09-21.
2. "Chama Cha Kazi Deputy Organizing Secretary resigns, cites mistrust". www.pd.co.ke. 2022-04-19. Retrieved 2022-09-21.
3. citizenwitness (2022-02-16). "Chama Cha Kazi yet to decide which coalition to join: Moses Kuria". Citizen Witness. Retrieved 2022-09-21.
4. "Moses Kuria to disband Chama Cha Kazi party, join UDA". The Star. Retrieved 2022-10-03.