Speaking at a gathering of Kenyan expatriates in Kansas City, Gachagua explained that Waruguru was named head of the DCP women’s league when the party was launched, but she did not immediately assume the role because she was on maternity leave.
He said the party deliberately kept the position vacant for Waruguru rather than appointing a replacement, noting that removing her for taking maternity leave would amount to “punishing women for the biological role they play in our society.”
According to Gachagua, Waruguru has now completed the period of caring for her newborn and is ready to return to active political engagement. He expressed confidence that the league will soon show “a lot of energy” under her leadership.
The remarks come as Kenyan political parties are finalising their organisational structures ahead of the 2027 General Election, a race that is expected to intensify competition across the country.
Gachagua also addressed recent accusations from a group of women leaders who claimed he had threatened women’s leadership and repeatedly attacked women allied to President William Ruto. He defended himself, saying his criticism is directed at political actions and leadership, not at gender.
He added that he has been monitoring Waruguru’s activities and believes she is now “okay” and prepared to resume her responsibilities within the party.