Former Chief Justice and United Green Movement (UGM) presidential hopeful David Maraga has disclosed that his campaign has raised KSh7.74 million from supporters, with the bulk of the funds coming from Kenyans living abroad.
In a statement shared on X, Maraga said 1,834 individuals had so far contributed financially to his campaign, describing the support as a strong signal of public confidence in his bid.
He noted that more than KSh6 million of the amount was donated by members of the Kenyan diaspora, a contribution he said had significantly boosted the campaign’s capacity.
Maraga said the funds would be used to finance the #UkatibaCaravan, a nationwide civic education initiative anchored on constitutional values and voter participation.
According to the former Chief Justice, the caravan will focus on increasing voter registration among young people, whom he described as critical to shaping the country’s political future.
The campaign targets what it calls #GenZ15MillionStrong, a reference to the estimated number of young voters the movement hopes to mobilise ahead of the next general election.
Maraga said the initiative would prioritise civic awareness, constitutional literacy, and youth engagement rather than conventional campaign rallies.
He emphasised that the fundraising process would remain transparent and accountable, framing the disclosure of amounts raised as part of a broader commitment to ethical leadership.
Maraga has previously positioned his presidential bid around governance reforms, respect for the Constitution, and integrity in public office.
While diaspora voters do not yet participate fully in all elective processes, their financial backing has increasingly shaped political movements and messaging.
Maraga’s announcement comes as several presidential hopefuls begin early groundwork ahead of the next election cycle, with youth mobilisation and voter registration emerging as key battlegrounds.
The success and reach of the Ukatiba Caravan are likely to test whether civic education can translate into sustained political support among young voters.