Ruto wins presidential poll in Kenya

Deputy President William Ruto has been declared the winner of Kenya's presidential election amid dramatic scenes. He narrowly beat his rival, Raila Odinga, taking 50.5% of the vote, according to the official results. But a majority of the Electoral Comission say correct procedure was not followed in the tallying of results.

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(Photo: A supporter reacts to William Ruto’s victory in the presidential poll. Credit: Reuters).