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Why all Kenya's political leaders prefer to latch onto tribal card

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Deputy Presiden Rigathi Gachagua joined various women groups as he participated in the fundraiser for the Samburu Women and Youth Empowerment at Maralal Stadium, Samburu County on June 7, 2024. [DPCS]

Talk about tribal politics dividing the country has dominated discussions across the country after President William Ruto warned politicians against spreading the vice. But how realistic are his concerns?

The warning followed a siege against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua who has been accused by Ruto's allies of allegedly spreading tribal politics that is quickly polarising the country through his calls for a united Mt Kenya region.

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