Mwangi, who declared his 2027 presidential run in August, launched a public crowdfunding appeal for a security and media team. He cited dangers from hired goons, crime, and state violence, noting a safe Kenya would need just a driver but realities demand more. Supporters like Morara Kebaso praised it as a way to fight money-driven politics, while critics on X called it a sign of unreadiness or even a grift. The move spotlights the high risks and costs early candidates face in Kenya's polarized scene.
