Despite millions of unfulfilled electoral promises, the Western region is a vital voting bloc in Kenya's political landscape.
And as the country hurtles noisily towards the 2027 General Election, the region has once again become a point of focus as all political formations put their best foot forward in a bid to win over the region.
This pattern resurfaced recently when opposition leaders toured the region, pledging a fresh wave of promises ahead of the elections.
Historically, the region, largely inhabited by the Luhya community, has often straddled the political divide, with some leaders aligning with the government while others backing the opposition. This dual alignment has made it a contested battleground, drawing significant attention every election season.
