How the Raila-Ruto talks can prevent electoral, governance and economic crisis

Azimio leader Raila Odinga and President William Ruto. [File, Standard]

Let us begin by asking: What are the chances of the bi-partisan palaver between Kenya Kwanza and Azimio coalitions succeeding? What end result could help solve Kenya's endemic electoral, governance and socio-economic crises? Which other sectors could add value to this national parley?

Curiously it took maandamano (demonstrations), loss of lives of predominantly young persons, destruction of property, businesses and livelihoods, for the two parties to defer to the logic of dialogue.