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February 15, 2026
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Old power falls apart in Mulembe nation

Old power falls apart in Mulembe nation

Long-standing political power is crumbling in Western Kenya as the Mulembe community, a key swing vote, reshapes the region’s electoral influence...

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The political landscape of Western Kenya, home to the Mulembe people, is undergoing a significant shift. This region, historically known as a crucial swing vote in Kenyan politics, is experiencing a departure from traditional power dynamics.

  • ODM Secretary-General Nairobi Senator Sifuna was photographed with ODM Young Captains at Chungwa House on July 19, 2025.
  • The Mulembe people reside in the sprawling, verdant hills of Western Kenya.
  • The region has been described as the ultimate swing vote in Kenya’s high-stakes political poker game for decades.

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