County political feuds force governors to rethink running mates

Out of the 29 governors seeking re-election, only 19 have not had a run-in with their deputies...

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Several Kenyan governors seeking re-election are facing challenges finding new running mates due to strained relationships with their current deputies, impacting their campaigns for the 2027 General Election.

Out of 29 governors seeking re-election, only 19 have maintained smooth working relationships with their deputies.
Notable governors facing fallout include Erick Mutai (Kericho), George Natembeya (Trans Nzoia), and Wisley Rotich (Elgeyo Marakwet).
These political feuds often stem from disagreements over power sharing, county appointments, and alleged sidelining in governance.

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