Handout season: Ruto allies splash millions as cash politricks roar back
Lavish donations dominate rallies despite growing concerns over Kenya's economic struggles. Critics warn booming handout culture risks entrenching corruption beyond the 2027 polls...
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President William Ruto and his allies are reportedly engaging in a widespread distribution of cash as part of "empowerment drives" ahead of next year's General Election, drawing significant public attention.
- Millions of shillings are being distributed to crowds of citizens in apparent campaign tactics.
- Key figures include President William Ruto and his political allies.
- The practice, described as "cash politricks," involves large gatherings and cash handouts.
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Cash politics roars back as Ruto allies splash millions - July 2026
President William Ruto and his allies are reportedly re-engaging in cash politics by distributing large sums of money as part of empowerment drives ahead of next year's General Election. Politicians in Kenya are engaging in a widespread voter buying spree using large, untraceable sums of money amid escalating political rivalries. These activities are surfacing through various means including rallies, church donations, and community fundraisers. Allies of President Ruto have also accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of funding new political figures in Western Kenya in an effort to divide the region's vote and undermine Ruto's re-election chances in 2027.
