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Wednesday, 19 December 2007, 02:41 GMT

In pictures: Kenya election campaign

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With just a week before the general election, a carnival mood has gripped Kenya, as the main political parties struggle to woo voters: the Party of National Unity in red and blue...

Raila Odinga supporter on camel-back

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... while the Orange Democratic Movement did not have any choice about what colour to adopt. Every tactic and style is being employed to wow the 14 million registered voters.

President Kibaki greets supporters

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President Mwai Kibaki, standing for the PNU, is banking on a growing economy, but his failure to stem corruption and tribalism has reduced his popularity.

A woman injured in political violence

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Dozens have been killed and thousands displaced during politically-instigated violence in the ODM stronghold of Kuresoi.

Odinga supporters in orange regalia

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The parties have reportedly spent nearly $20m in campaigns - partly funded by sales of accessories like these ones promoting ODM candidate Raila Odinga.

Poster of President Kibaki above a busy road

Poster of President Kibaki above a busy road

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Outdoor advertising firms are experiencing a boom, with corporate billboards on the main highways replaced by images of the candidates.

ODM supporters on an orange-painted matatu

ODM supporters on an orange-painted matatu

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Campaigners have also targeted public transport, with some matatus (public minibuses) being painted in party colours.

Young ODM supporters

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All parties have been vigorously courting the large youth vote, which could swing the 27 December election.

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