Sifuna Makes His Stand Clear on Court Case Seeking Accountability for Linda Mwananchi Funds

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has asked the High Court to dismiss a petition demanding financial accountability over contributions collected through his Linda Mwananchi political movement.

In his response, Sifuna argues that the court lacks jurisdiction to handle the dispute because existing electoral laws provide alternative mechanisms for resolving campaign financing disagreements. He maintains that the petitioner should pursue those procedures instead of seeking the court’s intervention.

The petition was filed by Kenyan voter Alan Masakhalia, who says he contributed KSh55 towards the political initiative. He wants Sifuna and Linda Mwananchi compelled to disclose all money received through Paybill number 3033049 and other fundraising channels.

Masakhalia is also demanding detailed expenditure records, including receipts, invoices, payment documents and information identifying the recipients. He argues that contributors deserve to understand how their donations were handled and whether the money served its advertised purpose.

Figures cited in the petition indicate that approximately 9,419 people contributed KSh519,144 during the first fundraising day. The amount reportedly increased to approximately KSh2.21 million within 36 hours of the campaign’s launch in July 2026.

The petitioner has also raised concerns about the possible diversion of funds if the political project changes direction or is abandoned. He wants the court to prevent the money from being transferred or spent on purposes inconsistent with representations made during fundraising.

However, Masakhalia has clarified that he is not asking judges to force Sifuna into contesting the presidency. His petition instead seeks clarification on whether public contributions create enforceable obligations concerning financial disclosure and proper management.

The dispute has attracted attention because Linda Mwananchi initially operated as a political movement rather than a registered political party. Its fundraising Paybill was registered under Sifuna’s name, adding another issue to the legal challenge.

The High Court is yet to determine the competing arguments presented in the matter. Sifuna’s request for dismissal remains a legal position, while the petitioner’s demands await judicial consideration.

https://nation.africa/kenya/news/politics/sifuna-wants-case-seeking-details-of-linda-mwananchi-funds-dismissed–5664486

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