Implementation of the 10-point political cooperation agenda between President William Ruto and the late opposition leader Raila Odinga came under fresh scrutiny on March 10, 2026, after Members of Parliament from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) convened a Parliamentary Group meeting in Nairobi to assess progress on the agreement.
The meeting brought together MPs from the two sides to assess progress under the framework and align their legislative priorities as the country moves forward under what has been termed a “broad-based government” arrangement.
The 10-point agenda was established in March 2025 following an agreement between President Ruto and Odinga during a period of heightened political tensions marked by protests and deep divisions.
The framework was intended to create a platform for dialogue between government and opposition legislators while addressing key national issues.
Among the issues outlined in the agenda are measures to address the high cost of living, manage public debt, strengthen anti-corruption efforts, restructure the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), safeguard the right to peaceful protest, and promote inclusivity in government appointments.
However, the discussions have sparked controversy within ODM, with some party leaders arguing that several commitments under the 10-point agenda remain unfulfilled, highlighting growing divisions within the opposition.
Although details of the deliberations remain scarce, sources indicated that both sides signaled willingness to continue consultations in the coming months.
The outcome of the talks is expected to shape legislative collaboration in Parliament as lawmakers prepare to deliberate on key bills touching on governance and economic reforms.
