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July 26, 2026
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Battle for Western: Ruto, opposition fight for Mulembe Nation vote

Battle for Western: Ruto, opposition fight for Mulembe Nation vote

Western Kenya's 2.9 million voters have become the focus of an early political contest, with President and opposition intensifying campaigns...

✨ Key Highlights

Western Kenya has become a key battleground for the 2027 presidential election, with both President William Ruto and the opposition launching early campaigns to secure the region's vote, comprising 2.92 million registered voters.

  • The region, particularly Bungoma, was crucial to President Ruto's narrow 2022 victory.
  • Opposition leader Edwin Sifuna, Nairobi Senator, is actively campaigning in Western Kenya, presenting himself as a presidential contender and reportedly showing significant gains in polls.
  • Both President Ruto and Sifuna's campaigns were active simultaneously in the region, highlighting its strategic importance.

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