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Truth Without Fear
‘Tutam’ and ‘Wantam’ factions of the political circus are two sides of the same coin. They are predators desperate for the same kill.
A tense moment unfolded at Vurugu 2 in Nairobi after sections of the crowd broke into chants during MP Jalang’o’s introduction, briefly disrupting proceedings before host Oga Obinna intervened.
As Jaguar stepped forward and attempted to address the crowd, some revellers responded with anti-government chants, briefly creating a tense atmosphere at the venue.
The slogan, increasingly associated with opposition politics ahead of the 2027 General Election, quickly spread across parts of the arena and echoed for several minutes.
A viral video of New York politician Zohran Mamdani repeating the slogan “Wantam” has sparked reactions among Kenyans, with many surprised to hear the popular phrase abroad.
William Ruto is facing growing political pressure in Mt Kenya as former allies defect and analysts warn of weakening support ahead of the 2027 election.
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