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Ogieks sharply divided over who to replace late Prengei in Senate

Ogiek elders led by Joseph Towett (centre) endorsed Peter Cheruiyot on September 2, 2021. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

At least five people have been fronted by different groups from the Ogiek community as possible replacements for Senator Victor Prengei who died on August 16.

Lobbying for the position has intensified to the point of dividing elders, youth and families from the minority tribe that wants one of their own to serve for the remaining ten months.

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