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Big names humbled as 166 MPs thrashed by minnows

Ababu Namwamba is the former Budalang'i MP. Photo: Jenipher Wachie, Standard

Kenyans sent home most of their National Assembly representatives in a clear sign of discontent with their five-year performance.

While only 40 per cent of MPs recaptured their seats, all but 10 woman representatives were re-elected.

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