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Ruto strengthens 2027 re-election bid as UDA sweeps key Kenya by-elections

William Ruto, President of The Republic of Kenya. Photo: @ William Ruto/Facebook
William Ruto, President of The Republic of Kenya. Photo: @ William Ruto/Facebook
  • UDA wins four seats in crucial Kenyan by-elections
  • Ruto defeats Gachagua in Mt Kenya political showdown

 

NAIROBI, KENYA – President William Ruto strengthened his 2027 re-election bid after his ruling party won four seats in fiercely fought by-elections across Kenya.

Kenya’s Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission declared the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) winner in the Mbeere North, Banisa and Malava parliamentary contests, as well as the Baringo senatorial race, following the November 27 polls.

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