Can Kenya break the cycle? The search for credible leadership ahead of 2027

President William Ruto addresses residents after the launch of the Sogoo-Melelo-Ololung’a Road on the second day of his tour of Narok County, May 7, 2025.  [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

Is a seismic shift in Kenya's political culture possible? Can Kenyans get credible leaders who can govern with integrity and dignity from the pool of politicians positioning themselves to unseat President William Ruto in the next election?

That is the big question as voices critical of President Ruto’s government grow louder by the day.

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