How Kenya's handouts politics turned into a monster out of control

What began as lunch money, mobilisation fees or transport refunds has become a transactional relationship in which political participation is assigned a price...

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Kenya's political landscape is increasingly dominated by a "handout culture" where cash payments are becoming an expectation rather than a tactic for attracting crowds.

Politicians are facing demands for money before being allowed to speak, leave venues, or even for their vehicles to depart.
Prominent figures like Dr. Oburu Oginga and MP Atandi have publicly shared their negative experiences, including a reported theft of Sh200,000 from Dr. Oginga's bag.
This transactional relationship, fueled by economic need and political incentives, is raising concerns about the future of democracy and the ability to hold genuine political discussions ahead of the 2027 General Election.

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