President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga during the launch of the Homa Bay pier that will boost trade, create jobs, promote tourism and advance the region’s blue economy/PCS
The potential alliance between ODM leader Raila Odinga and President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 general election is a political deal laden with complexities, contradictions and far-reaching consequences.
On one hand, some observers may see it as a masterstroke of realpolitik. On the other, it carries serious risks – both for the individual political actors involved and for Kenya's broader democratic health.
