Yet again, at a moment that could redefine the future of Jubilee and politics in Kenya the president has flown out.
Today William Samoei Ruto and Sang will learn their fate on ICC. Why is the president not around to show his support?
President Uhuru Kenyatta has found it appropriate to be missing in times when Ruto is facing big challenges.
The Kericho by elections, or when his URP members were named by Waiguru and now when his ICC case will be determined.
Is this coincidence or good planning?
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When Raila missed Wetangula's presidential bid, it became front page news but what we have failed to notice is the trend that has developed lately.
The president always slips out of the country a day or two before his deputy Ruto faces a huge challenge.
A challenge that could redefine his political career and future in general and Uhuru comes back when the dust has settled.
This seems to be the case lately for his foreign trips. Although they are important, they always seem to coincide with major events that challenge his deputy’s future ambitions.