Former Chief Justice David Maraga has announced a three-week tour of the United States as part of his preparations for the 2027 presidential election. Maraga said he will travel to the US from September 17 to October 5, 2026, during which he plans to visit several states and engage with his supporters. In a communiqué announcing the trip, Maraga said the tour will allow him to meet supporters across different parts of the country and share his political agenda ahead of the 2027 presidential contest.
I am excited to begin my US tour from 17th September to 5th October 2026
David MaragaMaraga lists US destinations
The former Chief Justice said his itinerary will cover several states and cities during the three-week visit. Among the destinations listed are Washington DC, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Minnesota and Georgia.
He will also visit Houston and Dallas, expanding his engagements to different parts of the United States. The tour is expected to provide Maraga with an opportunity to interact directly with his supporters and communicate his vision as he prepares for the presidential election.
Campaign activities
Maraga’s planned US visit comes as political activity surrounding the 2027 General Election continues to build. During the tour, he intends to meet supporters and explain the agenda he is putting forward as he seeks the presidency. His engagements in the United States will also provide a platform for him to outline his political priorities to Kenyans and other supporters living abroad.
The former Chief Justice has previously served at the highest levels of Kenya’s Judiciary before entering the political arena. He served as Chief Justice of Kenya before leaving office and has since expressed interest in participating in the country’s political leadership.
Three-week US engagement
Maraga’s tour will run for approximately three weeks, beginning on September 17 and ending on October 5, 2026. The extensive itinerary will see him travel across several states, including locations on the US East Coast, Midwest and South. The visit comes ahead of the 2027 presidential election, for which Maraga is positioning himself as a candidate.
His announcement signals an effort to engage supporters outside Kenya as he continues his preparations for the upcoming presidential contest.
