This archive report was first published on 9 October 2019.
As the Kibra by-election approaches, President Uhuru Kenyatta's actions have sparked intense debate about his true intentions and loyalty to the handshake with Raila Odinga.
Published on October 9, 2019, the by-election has become a litmus test for Uhuru's legacy and his relationship with the two key protagonists: Raila Odinga and Deputy President William Ruto.
While Uhuru has publicly supported the handshake with Raila, his actions in Kibra have led many to question his true intentions. The President's decision to back Macdonald Mariga, a former footballer, has been seen as a betrayal of the handshake by some, including Embakasi East MP Babu Owino.
Babu Owino accused Uhuru of being insincere in his support for the handshake, saying that the President's actions were designed to embarrass Raila in the Kibra by-election.
Uhuru's supporters, however, argue that the President is focused on his legacy and that the Kibra by-election is just one of many challenges he faces.
As the by-election approaches, one thing is clear: Uhuru's actions in Kibra will have a significant impact on his legacy and his relationship with the two key protagonists.
