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April 19, 2026
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ODM-UDA cracks widen as zoning row rocks Nyanza rallies

ODM-UDA cracks widen as zoning row rocks Nyanza rallies

Fresh cracks have emerged in the fragile working relationship between ODM and President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza administration, with a fierce row over electoral zoning threatening to unsettle the broad-based government arrangement ahead of the 2027 General Election. The sim..

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Tensions between the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and President William Ruto's Kenya Kwanza administration have resurfaced due to a dispute over electoral zoning ahead of the 2027 General Election.

  • A proposal to introduce zoning in selected regions has sparked resistance from grassroots supporters and deepened divisions among leaders of both political formations.
  • Key figures including National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula and Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot attempted to mediate the dispute during rallies in Migori and Homa Bay counties.
  • Opponents like former Migori Governor Okoth Obado argued that zoning would discriminate against leaders and impede voters' freedom to choose.

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