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April 11, 2026
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Ruto faces acid test as he storms Matiang’i turf in four-day tour of Gusii land
The tour is seen as an on-the-ground test of Ruto’s influence in the Gusii region...
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President William Ruto is embarking on a four-day tour of Kisii and Nyamira counties, a visit perceived as a critical test of his political influence in a region increasingly aligning with his rival, Dr. Fred Matiang’i.
- The tour, from April 12 to April 15, is framed officially as a development-focused initiative to launch and inspect various projects.
- This visit takes place amid a significant political battle for the Gusii vote bloc, a key factor for the 2027 presidential race.
- Dr. Matiang’i, backed by former President Uhuru Kenyatta and recently installed as the Gusii community spokesman, has emerged as a formidable political force in the region.
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