Centre For Multiparty Democracy

Centre For Multiparty Democracy The CMD is a body founded by political parties in Kenya, who are also its members, and registered as a trust early 2004.

Its basic quest is to work with political parties in terms of capacity building. Kenya has a fluid political party landscape within a very open political environment for discussions about reforms. Political parties, however, are challenged to re-invent themselves from the current overly personality oriented parties to become more programmatic oriented parties. Out of cognition of these needs, the parties in CMD came together for a substantial dialogue of this kind.

The Center for Multiparty Democracy-Kenya with support from FCDO through ELGIA held a meeting with Wiper leadership to s...
06/08/2026

The Center for Multiparty Democracy-Kenya with support from FCDO through ELGIA held a meeting with Wiper leadership to secure commitment to adopt the consultative manifesto creation and policy making framework as part of Phase 2 of the Kenya Institutional Strengthening Programme (KISP 2)

This is about shifting power back to the people. KISP Phase 2 seeks to place Citizen voices at the heart of policy making which ensures that the most pressing issues affecting mwananchi are reflected in party manifestos and policy positions not just campaign slogans.

A shift in Kenya’s political and campaign culture toward issue-based politics, increased accountability and policies that are responsive to citizen needs.

CMD-Kenya remains committed to strengthening political parties and democratic institutions for more inclusive and responsive governance

Yesterday, Center for Multiparty Democracy-Kenya with support from FCDO through ELGIA, held a meeting with Orange Democr...
06/08/2026

Yesterday, Center for Multiparty Democracy-Kenya with support from FCDO through ELGIA, held a meeting with Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leadership to secure commitment to adopt the Consultative Manifesto Creation and Policy Making Framework as part of the Kenya Institutional Strengthening Programme (KISP).

This is about shifting power back to the people. KISP Phase 2 seeks to place citizen voices at the heart of policymaking which ensures that the most pressing issues affecting mwananchi are reflected in party manifestos and policy positions not just campaign slogans.

A shift in Kenya’s political and campaign culture toward issue-based politics, increased accountability and policies that are responsive to citizen needs.

CMD-Kenya remains committed to strengthening political parties and democratic institutions for more inclusive and responsive governance

💡 Communities should never be viewed simply as respondents in research - they are partners in shaping the solutions to t...
04/08/2026

💡 Communities should never be viewed simply as respondents in research - they are partners in shaping the solutions to the challenges they face. 🤝 At CMD Kenya, we believe that meaningful citizen participation extends beyond dialogue spaces to the way we generate evidence, design programmes, and inform policy. 📖 When communities are actively involved in these processes, the outcomes are not only more relevant but also more sustainable.

🌍 That is why we are delighted to join our partner Busara for the launch of their Participatory Action Research (PAR) Guidebook on 📅 10th August 2026. The webinar will explore how Participatory Action Research strengthens citizen engagement by bringing together researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and communities to collaboratively understand local challenges and co-create solutions grounded in lived realities.

👥 Whether you work in research, governance, civil society, public policy, programme implementation, or community engagement, we invite you to join this important conversation.

🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eCh7gp2x

Earlier, with support from the British High Commission through ELGIA, CMD Kenya convened the Policy Unit of the Linda Mw...
04/08/2026

Earlier, with support from the British High Commission through ELGIA, CMD Kenya convened the Policy Unit of the Linda Mwananchi Movement for a structured working session to advance the development of a citizen-centred political platform.📋

Through the Kenya Institutional Strengthening Programme (KISP), CMD Kenya is supporting political parties and formations to strengthen internal policy development processes by ensuring that citizen priorities, evidence and dialogue inform party platforms and, ultimately, their 2027 General Election manifestos.💡

At CMD Kenya, we believe that stronger democracies are built when political ideas are grounded in the lived realities and aspirations of citizens. 🇰🇪🤝

⚽🏛️ Are you politically active but not a member of any political party?This is your chance to be part of Kandanda na Dem...
04/08/2026

⚽🏛️ Are you politically active but not a member of any political party?

This is your chance to be part of Kandanda na Democracy: A Political Parties Marketplace as we commemorate International Youth Day 2026 on 14th August 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya! Join fellow young people for an exciting afternoon of football, dialogue and direct engagement with political parties and democratic institutions.

🗳️ Open to young people aged 18–35 who are not currently registered members of any political party.

📲 Apply now through the link in our bio (https://bit.ly/CMDKeKandandaNaDemocracy ) . Spaces are limited, and successful applicants will be contacted.

At CMD Kenya, we believe that Kenya's democratic future is built through respectful dialogue, tolerance of diverse opini...
03/08/2026

At CMD Kenya, we believe that Kenya's democratic future is built through respectful dialogue, tolerance of diverse opinions, and politics that place citizens' aspirations above division. By fostering inclusive engagement and peaceful political participation, we continue to champion a democratic culture anchored on accountability, collaboration and national cohesion.

Join our Executive Director, Frankline Mukwanja, tonight on Citizen TV's The Monday Report as he discusses "Taming the Politics of Hate" and explores how we can collectively promote peaceful political discourse and strengthen Kenya's multiparty democracy.

Today, CMD-Kenya convened a Pre-Election Dialogue Forum in Kilifi County bringing together citizens and aspirants to sha...
31/07/2026

Today, CMD-Kenya convened a Pre-Election Dialogue Forum in Kilifi County bringing together citizens and aspirants to shape the 2027 conversation from the ground up.

The goal being to move beyond campaigns and speeches, and into real solutions.

What happened:
1. Citizens outlined key community issues - Cost of living, youth unemployment, healthcare access, water, education, and county service delivery
2. Aspirants responded with policy propositions - Workable, issue-based commitments to address what matters most to mwananchi
3. We built consensus on the need for leadership that governs with evidence and accountability

This is what democracy should look like: Citizens setting the agenda. Leaders competing on ideas. Policy rooted in lived realities.

At CMD-Kenya, we believe pre-election dialogues are how we ensure the next county government is elected on issues, not handouts.

🚀 What does it really take to build a winning political campaign?If you're a young aspirant planning to vie in the 2027 ...
27/07/2026

🚀 What does it really take to build a winning political campaign?

If you're a young aspirant planning to vie in the 2027 General Elections, this conversation is for you!

Join the first session of CMD Kenya's 3-part Gumzo Mtandaoni series as experienced political leaders and practitioners share practical insights on Campaign Planning & Strategy - from building an effective campaign team to preparing for the realities of the campaign trail.

🗓️ Wednesday, 5th August 2026
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (EAT)
💻 Via Zoom
🎟️ Free to attend (Registration required)

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/CMDKeCampaignPlanningReg

Come ready to learn, engage, and strengthen your journey towards issue-based, values-driven leadership.

💡 Do you have an innovative idea for engaging young people in democracy?CMD Kenya is inviting the youth leagues of its m...
15/07/2026

💡 Do you have an innovative idea for engaging young people in democracy?

CMD Kenya is inviting the youth leagues of its member political parties to submit creative outreach ideas that can inspire greater youth civic and political participation in Embu, Kiambu, Kajiado, and Makueni counties through the Kijana Jitokeze Uwajibike Programme.

Successful applicants will receive support from CMD Kenya to implement their proposed activity.

📌 Submit your proposal through the link in our bio ( https://bit.ly/KJUCallIdeas ) by 4:00 p.m. (EAT) on 21st July 2026.

Let's work together to inspire more young people to show up, take responsibility, and shape Kenya's democratic future. 🗳️🤝

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