Why Ol Kalou by-election is a referendum for Ruto and Gachagua in Central
The parliamentary by-election in Ol-Kalou is being viewed as a critical test of political influence between Kenyan President William Ruto and his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua. The outcome in this Mt Kenya region seat is expected to signal the political trajectory for the 2027 general election.
Why it matters
The result will determine the strength of the ruling coalition's control over the country's largest voting bloc following a high-profile political fallout.
President William Ruto and Ex-DP Rigathi Gachagua/FILE
The report balances the perspectives of both political camps and quotes analysts to provide context on the election's significance.
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