Broad-based coalition faces fresh hurdles as ODM, UDA leaders harden stance
Leaders from the two parties have ruled out negotiating on zoning, the Deputy Presidency post, and 50 per cent power sharing...
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Pre-coalition talks between the UDA and ODM parties are facing significant hurdles as leaders from both sides have adopted hard-line stances on key negotiation areas.
- A 10-member committee is tasked with negotiating a power-sharing framework, drafting a harmonized manifesto, and creating a joint campaign and governance document.
- Key figures include President William Ruto (UDA) and ODM Leader Oburu Oginga.
- The committee's focus areas include socio-economic stability, youth empowerment, and debt management, but differing viewpoints are already creating obstacles before talks officially begin.
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