In contemporary Kenya, few warnings are more urgent than the attempt to fragment Mt Kenya into artificial political sub-regions. The idea of “Mt Kenya East” and “Mt Kenya West” is not innocent cartography; it is political engineering. Those promoting this scheme understand that a divided Mt Kenya cannot assert itself effectively at the national bargaining table. A fragmented Mt Kenya would find itself negotiating not as one bloc but as rival sub-units competing for favour. If Mt Kenya is to remain relevant in 2027 and beyond, it must resist attempts—subtle or overt—to fracture its political voice.

Source: Standard Digital January 03, 2026 21:13 UTC