Jimi Wanjigi
KenyabusinessmanMale5.7Global Dominance: 0.00%Jimi Wanjigi is a prominent Kenyan businessman and political figure known for his outspoken views and involvement in various social and political issues. He has previously run for the presidency and is recognized for his advocacy on matters such as human rights and governance. Recently, Wanjigi made headlines when a High Court ruling quashed the government's attempt to charge him over a firearms incident, reinforcing his claims of politically motivated harassment.
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Jimi Wanjigi challenges Ruto over protest remarks and links Gikomba fire to economic sabotage.
Wanjigi challenges Ruto over protest remarks, links Gikomba fire to economic sabotageKenya· 2026-06-22
Jimi Wanjigi has claimed that Kenya's debt crisis is linked to a 2014 law change.
How Kenya lost billions: Wanjigi links debt crisis to 2014 law changeKenya· 2026-06-20
Jimi Wanjigi has dismissed efforts to forge a united opposition front against President William Ruto.
Coalition politics cannot defeat Ruto in 2027, says WanjigiKenya· 2026-06-20Businessman and politician Jimi Wanjigi has taken charge of the Safina Party as its leader.
Wanjigi takes over Safina leadership ahead of 2027 electionsKenya· 2025-09-20
Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi has accused President William Ruto of distributing millions of shillings outside the national budget.
Wanjigi: Ruto's unbudgeted payouts raise transparency concernsKenya· 2025-08-18
Businessman Jimi Wanjigi has accused President William Ruto’s administration of ignoring growing protests and fearing a loss of control.
Jimi Wanjigi: Ruto ignoring protests, fears losing controlKenya· 2025-07-02
Businessman and politician Jimi Wanjigi has sharply criticised the new agreement signed by President William Ruto during his recent state visit to China.
Wanjigi criticises Ruto's SGR expansion deal with ChinaKenya· 2025-04-28
On social media, the once 'leaderless' movement is scouting for a challenger to Ruto, with Maraga, Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah and businessman Jimi Wanjigi among those favoured for the role.
The numerical edge in the Ruto, Raila pactKenya· 2025-03-08
Businessman Jimi Wanjigi has hired U.S. lobby firm Arsenal Government and Public Affairs Group to support his 2027 presidential bid.
Wanjigi hires US lobby firm for 2027 presidential bidKenya· 2025-02-27
Businessman Jimi Wanjigi has won another round of the guns battle with government.
Court blocks DPP from charging Wanjigi in firearms drama caseKenya· 2025-02-21
