According to a statement shared by UDA on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, the two regions continue to dominate aspirant numbers, reflecting what the party described as growing confidence in its leadership and solid organisational structures at the grassroots level.
The update was released during an ongoing meeting at State House, Nairobi, that brought together 12,353 UDA aspirants from across the country.
The party noted that while Rift Valley and Mt Kenya remain its strongest regions, there has been notable growth in other parts of the country compared to the 2022 General Election.
UDA said the Coast and Western Kenya regions recorded the most significant improvement in the number of paid-up aspirants, signalling renewed trust and increasing support for the party in areas that were previously considered competitive political zones.
“Rift Valley and Mt Kenya regions continue to lead with the highest number of fully paid-up aspirants, a clear sign of strong grassroots confidence and organisational strength,” the party stated. It added that the improved numbers in Coast and Western Kenya point to a party that is steadily expanding its national footprint.
Data released by UDA further shows intense competition in several counties. In the gubernatorial race, Kericho County leads with 13 aspirants, followed by Nandi and Elgeyo-Marakwet with 10 each. However, counties such as Nyandarua, Busia, Murang’a, Machakos, Laikipia, Kisumu and Embu currently have no registered UDA gubernatorial aspirants.
For Senate seats, Nairobi City tops the list with 23 aspirants, followed by Nandi and Elgeyo-Marakwet at 15 each. Nairobi also leads in parliamentary aspirants with 112 hopefuls, closely followed by Nandi with 104.
UDA said the figures show the party is not only holding its ground but growing and consolidating its presence nationwide as it prepares for the 2027 elections.