CMD-Kenya is pleased to release the 2024 Annual Report. Access the full publication for key milestones and impact of our work as we advance the institutionalization, advancement, protection and defense of an inclusive, accountable, and vibrant multiparty democratic Kenyan state and society.

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Centre for Multiparty Democracy

We champion a vibrant, collaborative, and inclusive democracy in Kenya. As a unifying platform for political parties, civic actors, and strategic partners, CMD-Kenya fosters dialogue and cooperation to strengthen Kenya’s multiparty system.

Our Vison

A thriving multiparty democratic Kenyan state and society.

Our Mission

To facilitate the institutionalisation, promotion, protection and defence, of an inclusive, accountable and vibrant multiparty democratic Kenyan state and society.

Our Values

◦ Participation ◦Accountability ◦ Results-base ◦ Tolerance ◦ Youth-centric

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Discover Our Vibrant Programs and Activities

We conduct a wide range of programs, including capacity-building workshops for political actors, public forums to discuss governance issues, and initiatives focused on social justice and human rights. We also engage in research to produce insights that guide policy reforms and foster informed public discussions on democratic practices in Kenya.

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A dialogue platform that promotes institutionalization of vibrant political parties capable of enhancing multiparty democracy in Kenya. #PeopleDialogueFestival

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The People Dialogue Festival (PDF) @thepdfestival ·

9 Jan

🌍 Get ready, Kenya! The 8th edition of the People Dialogue Festival is coming!

From 4th to 7th March 2026, Nairobi will host Kenya’s flagship civic engagement platform, bringing together citizens, political leaders, civil society, private sector actors, and development partners

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11 Dec

@TheODMparty As we close this year’s International Human Rights Day commemorations, CMD-Kenya reflects on the powerful legacy of Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga and the patriots who fought tirelessly for multiparty democracy in Kenya. This event brought together political leaders, civil society

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11 Dec

🌐 CMD Kenya continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening multiparty democracy by actively supporting all structures of its member political parties and engaging in close, regular consultations with their leadership. Today, we paid a courtesy visit to the United Democratic

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10 Dec

@TheODMparty As a political party forum for, of, and by political parties, CMD-Kenya is proud of the continued collaboration we enjoy with ODM, Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga’s party, as well as with our other member parties. These relationships are rooted in shared commitment to multiparty

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As the year draws to a close, CMD Kenya extends its sincere appreciation to all our stakeholders- member political parties, partners, collaborators, facilitators, and champions of democracy-whose commitment and collaboration have shaped our work throughout the year. 🤝🗳️ Your continued engagement and shared belief in inclusive, accountable, and people-centered politics remain central to advancing our mandate.Together, we have made meaningful strides in strengthening multiparty democracy through our interventions in inter- and intra-party dialogue, youth development, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion, policy advocacy, and political party strengthening. 📘🌱 These collective efforts continue to reinforce democratic institutions, expand political participation, and nurture responsive leadership across the political landscape.As we celebrate the festive season, we wish you and your loved ones peace, joy, and renewed hope. 🎄✨ We look forward to 2026 with optimism and purpose, and to continuing our collaboration with both political and apolitical actors to further strengthen multiparty democracy in Kenya guided by dialogue, inclusion, and shared responsibility for democratic governance. ... See MoreSee Less

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Women’s leadership is a cornerstone of inclusive and resilient multiparty democracy, strengthening governance, representation, and citizen trust. ♀️🗳️ Guided by this conviction, CMD Kenya convened a leadership training session for women leaders of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) at the party headquarters in Nairobi. The engagement brought together women leaders from across the party’s structures, reaffirming the strategic importance of investing in women as leaders, decision-makers, and drivers of party growth.The training focused on building leadership capacity, strengthening grassroots mobilization, promoting women’s participation in decision-making, and advancing practical approaches to community development. 📘🤝 By equipping women leaders with skills in governance, strategic planning, and community engagement, the session strengthened their ability to organize effectively, influence party processes, and translate political leadership into tangible impact at the grassroots level. Such capacity-building engagements are central to CMD Kenya’s mandate to support political parties to institutionalize gender-responsive leadership and inclusive governance practices.Beyond skills development, the session served as a call to action—encouraging women leaders to step forward with confidence, take up leadership roles, and firmly claim their rightful space in political leadership. 🚀🌱 By working alongside women leagues and leaders within member parties, CMD Kenya continues to support pathways that move women from participation to influence. These interventions contribute to stronger party structures, more representative leadership, and a multiparty democratic system in Kenya where women are not only present, but central to shaping political outcomes and community development. ... See MoreSee Less

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Strong political parties are built from the grassroots upward, with vibrant and well-organized branch structures serving as the foundation of credible multiparty democracy. 🗳️🏘️ Guided by this understanding, CMD Kenya convened a party branch building engagement in Kiambu County for one of its member parties, the Party of National Unity, as part of its broader mandate to strengthen institutional capacity and internal party organization.The engagement focused on reinforcing the strategic role of party branches as the primary interface between the party and citizens. 📘🤝 Strong branch structures are essential for member mobilization, political education, issue-based engagement, and internal accountability—ensuring that party leadership and policies remain grounded in grassroots priorities. By supporting branch-level leadership, coordination, and strategic planning, CMD Kenya enables member parties to build functional, responsive, and sustainable structures at the local level.This branch building activity reflects CMD Kenya’s commitment to long-term party institutionalization beyond electoral cycles. 🌱🧭 Strengthening branches at the county and grassroots levels contributes to internal democracy, improved representation, and resilient party systems capable of advancing citizen-centered politics. Through such targeted engagements, CMD Kenya continues to work alongside its member parties to reinforce the building blocks of a stable, inclusive, and competitive multiparty democracy in Kenya. ... See MoreSee Less

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