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Kenya decides: Will it be Raila Odinga or William Ruto?

 Kenya is set to undergo a democratic process in which Kenyans will have a chance to vote in leaders of their choice.

The country has experienced a vicious electioneering period, characterized with harsh exchanges, sometimes leading to physical confrontation among antagonizing camps.

The heat of the election moment will be felt ahead of the announcement of a new president.

Opposition leader Raila Amollo Odinga is expected to face a fierce contest with Deputy President William Samoei Ruto.

The two top presidential contenders have not left anything to chance. Raila is making his fifth presidential stab, while Ruto will be on his first attempt.

If history was to repeat itself, Raila Odinga has the highest chance of being elected to replace President Uhuru Kenyatta.

Former President Mwai Kibaki and his successor Uhuru Kenyatta failed on their first attempts. Basing on the same precedence, it's expected that Ruto will not make it to presidency. However, this fact is hypothetical and not based on absolute certainty.

A bruising duel between Raila and Ruto might ultimately find its way to the Supreme Court. Chief Justice Martha Koome, alongside Supreme Court judges, will then listen to the complain lodged and decide whether to uphold or nullify the presidential electoral outcome.

Ruto has been quoted severally saying that he will accept the verdict and expects Raila to, also, do so.

Raila Odinga has previously protested outcomes which placed him second. 

Kenya's 2022 General Election is a unique one, as the vote-rich Mt Kenya region lacks a formidable presidential candidate.

The two top presidential contenders chose their running mates from Central Kenya in a bid to woo the region's support and preclude a looming voter apathy.

There's an increased zoning of battle grounds in 2022 elections. Central region being the most sought swing vote area. 

Functions that Uhuru will not Execute

President Uhuru Kenyatta would not be able to discharge some functions, when a new president will be elected.

Uhuru will not be able to make State appointments or fire any State employees. He will not be able to issue State awards and commendation. He will not be able to pardon petty crime criminals. 

Uhuru's presidency is coming to a tumultuous end, when Kenyans are feeling the heat of increased cost of living amidst rampant inflation.

2022 Kenya's Presidential candidates and their running mates

Azimio La Umoja presidential candidate: Raila Odinga, Running late: Martha Karua

UDA presidential candidate: William Ruto, Running mate: Rigathi Gachagua

Roots Party: George Wajackoyah, Running mate: Justina Wamae

Agano Party presidential candidate: Waihiga Mwaure, Running mate: Ruth Mutua




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