The Kenya African National Union (KANU) party played a significant role in the political history of Kenya since its formation in 1960. Here is a brief overview of its history from 1960 to 2022:
Overall, KANU played a dominant role in Kenyan politics for over three decades, but its influence has declined in recent years with the emergence of new political parties and leaders
A transitional constitution, introduced in 1960, allowed for political parties and gave Africans a majority on the legislative council. The Kenya African National Union (KANU) was then formed. Its leaders, while Kenyatta was in prison (1953–61), were Tom Mboya, Oginga Odinga and James Gichuru
KANU prevailed in the country’s first elections, and Kenyatta became prime minister (after 1964 president). KANU absorbed its principal rival groups, and the government became more and more closely associated with Kenyatta, with opposition banned or rendered ineffective.
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Since independence, KANU has nurtured politicians in Kenya and has made enormous contribution to political development in Kenya. Big names in Kenya’s political History; First President Jomo Kenyatta, 2nd President Daniel Moi, 3rd President Mwai Kibaki, President Uhuru Kenyatta ,Tom Mboya, Jaramogi Odinga, Raila Odinga, George Saitoti, Kalonzo Musyoka, among many other politicians sharpened their political acumen while serving in KANU.
