Why a small election in Mt Kenya will have giant consequences

The Ol- Kalou contest has turned into "a scorched earth" political duel between the ruling party UDA and the diminutive DCP party...

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The Ol Kalou by-election, triggered by the death of MC David Kiaraho, has escalated into a high-stakes contest with significant political implications for the Mt Kenya region.

The political battle is framed as a David and Goliath confrontation.
Key contenders include Muchina Nyaga of the UDA party and Sammy Kamau Ngotho of the DCP party.
Tensions have been high, marked by recent violence and destruction of property during campaign activities.

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