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By Hereward Holland

Kenya presidential wildcard vows to erase debt with 'ganja solution'

Kenyan presidential candidate George Wajackoyah speaks during an election campaign rally in Gatundu, Kenya, August 3, 2022. REUTERS/Baz Ratner

Sexagenarian reggae aficionado and presidential candidate George Wajackoyah is convinced he has the right medicine for the ills troubling Kenya's voters: a dose of marijuana and some hyena testicles.

East Africa's wealthiest country is holding elections on Aug. 9. A tight race between the two leading presidential candidates - veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga and Deputy President William Ruto - has thrust a spotlight on Wajackoyah's small but committed band of followers, who could force a run-off if neither side gets more than 50% of the vote.

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