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Governor Salim Mvurya gambles on his deputy in tight Kwale race

Kwale County Governor Salim Mvurya. [Kelvin Karani, Standard]

The race to succeed Kwale governor Salim Mvurya has entered the homestretch with six contestants eyeing the seat and promising to change the fortunes of a county endowed with natural resources but reeling in poverty.

Mvurya, who is serving his final term in office, remains a key factor in the race, leading campaigns for his deputy Fatuma Achani who he hopes will succeed him on August 9.

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