Rosemary Okuta: The Woman Poised to Take Over as Nairobi ODM Chairlady
Nairobi, Kenya – A wind of change is blowing within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) women’s league in Nairobi as Rosemary Okuta emerges as the front-runner to replace long-serving chairlady Catherine Okoth.
For nearly two decades, Catherine Okoth has held the county women’s chair, a tenure critics say has been marked by stagnation and unresponsiveness to grassroots concerns. Now, women leaders and delegates across Nairobi are calling for fresh leadership, rallying behind Okuta as the face of renewal.
Support for Okuta has been most visible in Ruaraka, where women openly endorsed her as their preferred candidate. “We believe it is time for change. Rosemary represents the energy and inclusivity that Nairobi women deserve,” one grassroots organizer said.
Her candidacy is being framed as a direct response to frustrations among ODM women who feel sidelined and ignored under the current leadership. Party insiders say the growing momentum behind Okuta reflects broader demands for accountability and generational transition in ODM’s structures.
While Rosemary Okuta has yet to formally unveil her campaign platform, her supporters describe her as a leader who will prioritize unity, empowerment, and inclusivity for women across Nairobi. Whether her challenge succeeds or not, it has already sparked conversations about the need for leadership renewal within ODM’s women’s wing.
With ODM grassroots elections looming, all eyes are now on whether Rosemary Okuta can translate her growing popularity into a decisive victory.
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