Violence Erupts: Aisha Jumwa and Mungaro Supporters Clash at Chenda Chenda Festival
A tense confrontation erupted in Kilifi on Monday between supporters of Former Gender Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa and those backing Kilifi Governor Gideon Mungaro.
The altercation took place after Jumwa intruded upon the widely attended Chenda Chenda festival, disrupting its planned activities.
The Chenda Chenda festival is a cultural celebration where various tribes showcase their traditions.
Despite the event organizers having booked and prepared the venue, Jumwa established a competing dais across from the festival, seizing the chance to intercept high-profile guests arriving for the occasion.
The situation calmed when Trade and Industry Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya arrived, at which point Jumwa attempted to persuade him to join her at her dais.
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The CS declined, which led to an escalation of the conflict. Reports indicate the clash was so severe that it resulted in the dismantling of the public address system.
In response to the incident, Kilifi Governor Mungaro expressed his dissatisfaction, condemning the violence he attributes to political motives. He urged Jumwa to postpone her political ambitions until the 2027 elections.
“Regardless of your previous or current position, we should respect one another and wait for the 2027 elections,” stated Governor Mungaro.
Critics have accused Jumwa of having ignored the community during her tenure as Cabinet Secretary and now seeking recognition following her dismissal.
Jumwa and Mungaro were rivals in the 2022 general elections, both contesting for the Kilifi gubernatorial seat, which Mungaro ultimately won.
Mungaro, representing ODM, secured 143,773 votes, while Jumwa received 65,893 votes.
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Violence Erupts: Aisha Jumwa and Mungaro Supporters Clash at Chenda Chenda Festival
