Race for KNCCI top seat hots up days to elections

Richard Ngatia (centre) with his running mate Abdulwalli Sharrif and businesswoman Farida Seif with delegates in Malindi last week. [Courtesy]

Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI) President Richard Ngatia's hopes of retaining the presidency were given a boost after he secured an endorsement from an additional four regions last week as the race enters its homestretch.

Mr Ngatia, who will be facing opposition from his First Vice President Erick Rutto, has picked seasoned businessman Abdulwalli Sharrif as his running mate.