The broad-based government fashioned by President William Ruto and former PM Raila Odinga is shaken by disagreements, clashing ambitions, contradictory messages and warnings from top figures on both sides.
What began as an attempt to stabilise the country following Gen-Z protests in June last year is being tested by hardline positions, clashing expectations and a widening gap between public assurances and behind-the-scenes manoeuvres.
From the Kasipul by-election drama to demands for top seats in 2027; United Democratic Alliance (UDA) hardliners drawing red lines to Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders reviving the language of mass action; to ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna alleging a plot to kick him from his position, the broad-based arrangement is struggling to hold together.
During the recent ODM@20 celebrations in Mombasa, Mr Sifuna said the President’s camp has hatched a scheme “to deal with me”.
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He added that he is ready to work with any leader who is opposed to Dr Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid.
“I was at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre when ODM signed an agre
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