The Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) is a registered political party under the Registrar of Political Parties in Kenya, led by Kalonzo Musyoka.
The party was formerly called the Wiper Democratic Movement (W.D.M) and changed its name to Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) through the Registrar of Political Parties, Sophia Sitati.
As part of its grassroots mobilization and political participation strategy, the Wiper Patriotic Front allows eligible Kenyans to join the party.
Wiper Patriotic Front Membership Requirements
To qualify for membership in the Wiper Patriotic Front, an individual must:
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Have attained the voting age of 18 years
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Possess a valid Kenyan National Identification Card or Passport
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Not be an active member of another political party at the time of registration
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Be willing to abide by the Wiper Patriotic Front Constitution, values, and Code of Conduct
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Wiper Patriotic Front Membership Registration Process
Membership registration with the Wiper Patriotic Front can be done through several approved channels, in line with Kenyan law and the Political Parties Act.
Registration via ORPP USSD System
All political party memberships in Kenya are managed and validated by the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP).
To join the Wiper Patriotic Front through the USSD system:
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Dial *509# on your mobile phone
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Select Review and follow the prompts to enter your personal details
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Receive an ORPP PIN via SMS
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Dial *509# again and enter the PIN
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Select Membership, then Join Another Party
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Choose your County, Constituency, and Ward using the provided codes
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Enter the Party Abbreviation: WPF
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Confirm the party details and complete the registration process
Once approved, the Wiper Patriotic Front becomes your official political party of membership.
Physical Registration Through Party Offices
Interested Kenyans may also register in person by visiting the Wiper Patriotic Front headquarters or county offices, or during official party mobilisation drives conducted by authorised party officials.
Charges and Membership Costs
Joining the Wiper Patriotic Front via the ORPP USSD system does not incur a registration fee, aside from a minimal airtime cost to complete the process.
How to Deregister from the Wiper Patriotic Front
Members wishing to leave the Wiper Patriotic Front must deregister before joining another political party.
Deregistration can be done by:
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Dial *509#, selecting Membership, then Resign from a Party, following the prompts
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Writing formally to the party’s official offices, requesting removal from the membership register
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How to Contest on a Wiper Patriotic Front Ticket
The Wiper Patriotic Front allows registered members to contest for elective positions under its party ticket, subject to:
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The WPF Constitution and nomination rules
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The Political Parties Act
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Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) regulations
Eligibility to Vie
To qualify as a WPF aspirant, one must:
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Be a registered Wiper Patriotic Front member in good standing
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Have been a party member for the required minimum period
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Be a registered voter in the relevant electoral area
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Meet all IEBC constitutional requirements
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Not be a member of another political party at the time of nomination
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Agree to abide by the party’s code of conduct and dispute resolution mechanisms
Wiper Patriotic Front Nomination Charges
The Wiper Patriotic Front sets its nomination fees, which are non-refundable during the election period.
Following the 202 elections, the party charged:
- Gubernatorial Aspirant: Ksh 300,00
- Women Representative Aspirant: Ksh 200,00
- Member of Parliament Aspirant: Ksh 150,000
- Member of County Assembly (MCA) aspirants: Ksh 25,000
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