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Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i is set to tour Kisii County on Sunday, November 15, 2026, following President William Ruto’s recent visit to the Gusii region. His itinerary includes stops in Kisii Town and Keroka, beginning with a church service at ACK St Philip’s Church in Kisii Town. Matiang’i framed the visit around themes of faith, unity, and national hope, quoting Psalm 118:24.

The former Interior CS emphasized that the day would begin with fellowship and prayer before meetings with residents in the two locations. This visit occurs amidst heightened political activity in the Gusii region following Ruto’s four-day tour from November 8 to 11, 2026. During his tour, Ruto attended church services, inaugurated development projects, and held public rallies to bolster support for his administration in a traditionally opposition-leaning region.

Matiang’i’s return aims to boost his political mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election, where he aims to challenge Ruto for leadership. In a separate development on Friday, November 13, 2026, Ruto’s deputy criticized the President’s recent visits to Gusii, accusing the government of failing to fulfill promises and highlighting issues like corruption and insecurity, including cattle rustling, as pressing concerns requiring national attention.

Opposition leaders, including Martha Karua, James Orengo, and Ndindi Nyoro, are expected to join Matiang’i’s visit, reflecting efforts to strengthen opposition cooperation ahead of the upcoming elections.