A new poll suggests that a Kalonzo Musyoka and Fred Matiang'i presidential ticket is the opposition's strongest potential challenge to President William Ruto in the 2027 general election.

• A poll by TIFA Research indicates that 31 per cent of opposition supporters favour a Kalonzo-Matiang'i pairing.
• Key opposition figures considered include Kalonzo Musyoka, Fred Matiang'i, Rigathi Gachagua, and Edwin Sifuna.
• The survey highlights regional support bases, with 93 per cent of the Kamba community favouring Kalonzo and 83 per cent of the Kisii community favouring Matiang'i.

A recent TIFA Research survey reveals a dramatic shift in political standing for Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, who has risen from obscurity to become a significant figure within the Luhya community and nationally in just 12 months.

• Senator Sifuna now holds 10 per cent national presidential preference, up from 0 per cent a year prior.
• He is recognized as the leader by 44 per cent of Luhya community members surveyed.
• His rise is linked to his leadership of the 'Linda Mwananchi' faction within the ODM, positioning him as a key opponent of the Broad-Based Government (BBG).