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Battle to control pockets of Rift heats up with eye on 2017 prize

Bomet Governor Isaac Ruto and National Assembly Deputy Speaker Joyce Laboso (right) at Kaplong Boys Primary School in Sotik on April 19.  (PHOTO: FILE/ STANDARD)

Bomet Governor Isaac Ruto’s return from South Africa where he had gone to seek treatment for an injury sustained following a confrontation with police, and angry demonstrations among rival groups in Narok County, have underlined the emerging political tensions in regions in which Jubilee is seeking to exert its influence.

In Bomet, the battle between anti-establishment Governor Ruto and pro-Jubilee Joyce Laboso has resulted in numerous clashes between their supporters.

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