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Next kingpin? The Fred Matiang'i factor in Gusii region politics

Kisii Governor James Ongwae (kneeling) consults with CS (centre), PS Susan Mochache and MP Jimmy Angwenyi at Kisii Sports Club. [Sammy Omingo, Standard]

He is tipped to be the next kingpin of the Gusii region, a position many believe he has earned as a result of his work in government, philanthropy and role in local politics.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i’s influence in the region’s politics is widely acknowledged. He has been involved in efforts to consolidate support for Azimio-One Kenya presidential flagbearer Raila Odinga.

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