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Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has found himself in a political fix after his “hyena” remark was interpreted as a slur against Mt Kenya communities over their political preferences.

Politicians led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have seized upon the insult, turning an ill-judged metaphor into a political weapon, and a fresh rallying cry against the Kenya Kwanza administration.

Summary Article What you need to know: Aden Duale's “hyena” remark was interpreted as a slur against Mt Kenya communities over their political preferences.