A casual conversation about Mombasa politics is never complete without mentioning Joho. The governor of the coastal town stands out when reference is made to politicians who have mastered the art of staying ahead of the pack in every general election.
With his gift of garb and stylish look, coupled with the power and influence associated with the governor’s office, the bearded politician has managed to carve out his own niche in Kenya’s crowded political field, winning over supporters for himself as well as the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, where he serves as one of the deputy party leaders.
Following the messy 2007 general election, Joho became the point man for ODM in Mombasa, enabling the party to retain its dominance in the coastal region and party leader Raila Odinga to be among the most popular politicians on the national stage.
Among Raila’s ardent supporters, Joho’s
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