Niko Kadi: Ruto, Opposition in battle for 6.3m crucial Gen Z votes

Politicians have adopted the clarion call coined by Gen Z to encourage youth to register as voters...

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A significant political battle is unfolding over the 6.3 million crucial Gen Z votes ahead of the upcoming mass voter registration. Both President William Ruto and opposition leaders are actively engaging with the youth through the 'Niko Kadi' campaign to boost voter registration for the 2027 General Election.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) anticipates adding 6.3 million new voters, potentially increasing the total voter roll to 28.5 million.
Key figures involved include President William Ruto, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, and former Chief Justice David Maraga, all vying for Gen Z support.
The 'Niko Kadi' movement, initially youth-driven, has become a focal point for political parties aiming to either secure a second term for the incumbent or engineer a regime change.

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