Why Luhya unity remains elusive amid rising presidential ambitions

A political storm is gathering in Western as parallel political ambitions and renewed appetite for the presidency by leaders from the region further scuttle the elusive quest for Luhya unity.

At a recent event that brought together over 20 Members of Parliament from Western Kenya, leaders emphasised the importance of unity. Yet, many used the platform to back their preferred political "kingpins," revealing the contradictions within the unity agenda.