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Public participation: Ogre that haunted Uhuru now hunts Ruto

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President William Ruto. The CASs case was the first major test for Ruto. [PCS]

Years ago, elders entrusted to give sound advice cautioned in Swahili that 'Ukiona cha mwenzako chanyolewa, chako tia maji' loosely translated to when you find your neighbour in trouble, learn from it.

Perhaps, the elders had in mind that some lessons are painful to learn on your own.

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