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Inside Ruto’s team strategy to retain slice of the Mt Kenya vote

Kindiki’s approach differs markedly from his predecessor’s combative style, favouring policy-driven engagement over divisive rhetoric.

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by MOSES OGADA

News02 August 2025 - 12:40
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki at his Irunduni home in Tharaka Nithi during a meeting with 3,500 grassroots leaders from Meru County /DPCS

PRESIDENT William Ruto’s administration has intensified efforts, led by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, to consolidate Kenya Kwanza’s influence in Mt Kenya amid fierce political rivalry with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

Gachagua, who was impeached in October last year, has rebranded himself as an opposition leader, mobilising the region through his new Democracy for Citizens Party.

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