Sifuna Moves to Have Linda Mwananchi Funds Case Dismissed as Legal Battle Intensifies

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has moved to have a court case seeking accountability for funds raised through the Linda Mwananchi movement dismissed, setting the stage for another legal battle surrounding the political outfit.

In court documents, Sifuna argues that the High Court lacks jurisdiction to handle the petition filed by Alan Masakhalia, saying the matter should be addressed through the dispute resolution procedures provided under the Election Campaign Financing Act.

The petitioner moved to court in September 2026, seeking orders compelling Sifuna and the Linda Mwananchi movement to provide a full account of money collected from Kenyans through Paybill number 3033049 and other fundraising channels.

Masakhalia says he personally contributed KSh55 to the initiative and wants the court to establish how the money raised from members of the public has been managed and spent.

He is also seeking disclosure of financial records, including receipts, invoices, payment details and the identities of those responsible for handling the contributions.

However, Sifuna maintains that the petitioner should follow the legal procedures established under the law instead of bringing the dispute directly before the High Court.

He argues that complaints relating to campaign financing can be presented to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), which has powers to investigate alleged violations and take appropriate action.

The fundraising exercise began on July 21, 2026, when Sifuna invited Kenyans to support Linda Mwananchi through small financial contributions.

Organisers previously reported that 9,419 people raised KSh519,144 during the first day of the exercise.

The latest development comes as Linda Mwananchi continues to attract attention in Kenya’s growing political debate ahead of the 2027 General Election.

The court’s decision on Sifuna’s application could determine whether the petition proceeds or is dismissed on jurisdictional grounds.

For now, the dispute remains unresolved, with the questions surrounding public contributions and financial accountability still attracting attention.

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