President William Ruto's tour of Western Kenya has stirred up dust in a region perceived to be Azimio leader Raila Odinga's stronghold.
The president made his maiden development tour of the region last week. Observers say the trip could redefine the region's politics.
Outside Rift Valley and Mt Kenya, Western Kenya became Ruto's largest constituency in the August 9 election, with the UDA leader carving chunks out of a region that has traditionally voted for Raila.
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