President William Ruto is reportedly enacting a calculated strategy to weaken the opposition, particularly the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), ahead of the 2027 General Election.

• The plan involves a multi-pronged approach to consolidate power.
• Key figures include President William Ruto.
• A notable tactic being employed is fueling regional divisions to confuse voters.

President William Ruto's effort to secure a position for Supreme Court Judge Njoki Ndung’u on the International Criminal Court (ICC) bench may face significant challenges.

• The Kenyan President has been actively seeking support from other African leaders during diplomatic engagements.
• Key figures involved include President William Ruto, Judge Njoki Ndung’u, and facilitated meetings with leaders from Sierra Leone and Ivory Coast.
• This diplomatic push, an attempt to secure a prestigious international role for a Kenyan judge, has been described as a potentially high-stakes gamble.

A new TIFA poll reveals a highly competitive and fragmented Kenyan electoral landscape for 2027, with no candidate currently projected to win the 50+1 threshold in the first round.

• President William Ruto leads with 24% of the preferred presidential vote, but faces a divided field.
• Key contenders include Kalonzo Musyoka (19%) and Fred Matiang'i (14%), with 15% undecided.
• The results highlight the constitutional challenge of securing a majority, posing a significant hurdle for both Ruto and the opposition.