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How governors, deputies feud puts counties on the edge

Kericho Governor Erick Mutai and his Deputy Fred Kirui shake hands after burying the hatchet, on September 11. 2023. Dr Mutai has accused his deputy of being behind his woes following a second impeachment bid by the assembly. [File, Standard] 

Several governors and their deputies join public service with solid manifestos, but the bromance quickly crumbles as feuds take centre stage and compromise service delivery.

Since the 2022 General Election, several governors have been at loggerheads with their deputies, which has affected the execution of the manifestos.  

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