Is Aaron Cheruiyot's rise driven by merit or proximity to the right people?
Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot has emerged as a key player, serving as the Majority Leader in the Senate and becoming an influential figure close to President Ruto in South Rift politics...
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An article raises the question of whether Aaron Cheruiyot's rise in politics is due to merit or his connections. This comes as the Senate Majority Leader approaches a decade in the political arena.
- Aaron Cheruiyot entered the political arena almost 10 years ago.
- He is currently the Senate Majority Leader.
- The article's title poses a question about his political rise.
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Senate Holds 'Mashinani' Sittings in Busia Amid Scrutiny of Majority Leader's Rise - October 2025
The Kenyan Senate is holding its fourth Senate Mashinani sittings in Busia County from Monday to Friday, moving from its usual Nairobi location. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between national and county governments and enhance public understanding of the Senate's role in supporting devolution. Concurrently, speculation surrounds the political ascent of the Senate Majority Leader, Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot. As he approaches a decade in politics, questions are being raised about whether his rise is driven by merit or his proximity to the right people. An article questions if his rise is due to merit or strategic connections.
