The prolonged presidential election took a heavy toll on the economy which is hoping for a boost in the coming year. During the festive period, Mr Odinga indicated that he would be sworn in in January, a stance that was reiterated by his running mate Kalonzo Musyoka upon his return from Europe. During the festive period, Mr Odinga indicated that he would be sworn in in January, a stance that was reiterated by his running mate Kalonzo Musyoka upon his return from Europe. SWEARING-INTwo camps have emerged in Jubilee on how to treat Mr Odinga were he to go ahead with his swearing-in. According to a pre-election agreement, Mr Odinga will set aside his presidential ambitions in support of the former VP in 2022.

Source: Daily Nation December 30, 2017 21:33 UTC