A recent meeting between President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Homa Bay county has sparked speculation about their political alliance ahead of the 2027 elections. Critics are questioning whether their pact is genuine unity or a strategic move for political gain, especially considering past events like the Gen Z-led protests.

• The meeting occurred at the official opening of the Sub-County Headquarter Offices in Rangwe, Homa Bay county.
• Key figures involved are President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga.
• The political alliance is being scrutinized in the context of the 2024 Gen Z protests, which some critics claim President Ruto used Raila to defuse, while others allege Raila leveraged the protests to gain government influence.