Ethnic rifts, 2027 political rivalries rock Ruto’s Cabinet
Public feuds lay bare growing political and regional divisions as succession politics gathers pace...
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President William Ruto's administration is experiencing internal strife, with Cabinet Secretaries openly clashing over ethnic remarks and the upcoming 2027 elections.
- Health CS Aden Duale allegedly made disparaging remarks about the Mt Kenya community, sparking criticism from Lands CS Alice Wahome and other regional leaders.
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki publicly disagreed with Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku regarding the political independence of the Mt Kenya East region.
- These public disagreements highlight escalating internal succession struggles and ethnic tensions within the government, particularly concerning the 2027 deputy presidential slot.
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