Kenya: Karua Takes Azimio Campaigns to Eldoret

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Kenya: Karua Takes Azimio Campaigns to Eldoret

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Deputy Presidential Candidate Martha Karua on Sunday held several rallies in Eldoret town which is perceived to be a stronghold of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).

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