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June 8, 2025
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Big man syndrome: Patronage has been the formula for resource allocation

Big man syndrome: Patronage has been the formula for resource allocation

Many have criticised President William Ruto's appointments as failing the regional balance threshold...

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President William Ruto recently hosted leaders and businessmen from Siaya County at State House, Nairobi, discussing government projects in the area. This comes as Rigathi Gachagua, former Deputy President, justified substantial resource allocations to the Mt Kenya region in light of their voting support.

  • Former DP Gachagua emphasized that the Mt Kenya region's support for President Ruto deserved significant government resources.
  • Key organization involved: Kenyan Government
  • Gachagua's remarks reflect ongoing tensions regarding resource distribution based on electoral support.

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Political Patronage and Leadership Dynamics in Kenya

Discussion on 'big man syndrome' and how patronage influences resource allocation among leaders, including insights from a State House meeting.

Big man syndrome: Why leaders are compelled to 'work with President'
Big man syndrome: Why leaders are compelled to 'work with President'

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Patronage has been the formula for resource allocation
Patronage has been the formula for resource allocation

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Inside State House meeting where Western leaders threatened to walk out of Ruto gov't
Inside State House meeting where Western leaders threatened to walk out of Ruto gov't

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