Ruto’s 2032 chessboard: Is Kindiki the key to 'murima' loyalty?
Prof Kindiki is increasingly being seen as a possible 2032 succession figure...
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A political strategy is emerging where President William Ruto is positioning Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as a potential successor to secure Mt Kenya's loyalty for the 2027 and 2032 elections.
- President William Ruto's support in Mt Kenya, previously at 87 percent in 2022, has reportedly weakened following the impeachment of his former Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua.
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki is being cultivated as a potential successor to regain Mt Kenya's influence in State House by 2032.
- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has formed the Democracy for Citizens’ Party (DCP) and plans to rally the region against President Ruto in 2027, accusing Kindiki of engaging in divisive succession politics.
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