Mount Kenya’s political landscape is heating up, with growing tensions between President William Ruto and key figures in the region.
Recent events, such as the impeachment motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, have stirred political discontent.
Gachagua, who has cultivated significant grassroots support in Mount Kenya, has portrayed the impeachment as a betrayal, amplifying mistrust towards Ruto.
The president’s allies are countering by planning regional tours and highlighting development projects to regain favor, but divisions remain evident.
Leaders and residents in Mount Kenya have expressed frustrations, accusing the government of neglecting the region’s priorities despite its significant electoral support in 2022.
Some view Gachagua’s removal as a broader strategy to undermine the region’s influence, with youth leaders and community members warning of potential political consequences for Ruto in 2027.
The narrative “Enough is Enough” resonates strongly among Gachagua’s supporters, who see him as a defender of Mount Kenya’s interests amidst accusations of marginalization.
Political observers suggest that while Ruto retains support among elected leaders, grassroots loyalty is wavering.
The region’s historical political unity underpins its strategic importance, and leaders like Gachagua are leveraging this to rally local support.
Ruto’s future in Mount Kenya now depends on how effectively he addresses these concerns, amid calls for genuine dialogue and equitable development.
Mt Kenya politics getting hotter than before
— Ndegwa Njiru (@njirundengwa) November 18, 2024
Kweli waliguza murima and Ruto ataona shida huku
Enough is Enough#RutoMutsGo #OccupyParliament pic.twitter.com/GTf5J2XPsj
