The political vibrancy that once defined Kenya’s Rift Valley has markedly waned, with many of its leaders now seemingly subservient to executive authority.
For decades, the region was known for producing passionate politicians unafraid to challenge the State. Leaders such as Jean-Marie Seroney, Taita Towett, Chelagat Mutai, Kipruto arap Kirwa, and even President William Ruto—now the Head of State—embodied the strong political voice of the Kalenjin community.