Broad-based government losing ground nationwide, survey shows
According to the survey, 56 per cent of Kenyans now oppose the Broad-Based Government, compared to just 30 per cent who support it...
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A new TIFA survey reveals a significant drop in public support for Kenya's broad-based government (BBG) arrangement, with opposition now at 56%.
- Support for the BBG has fallen sharply nationwide since November 2025, with only 30% now in favor.
- The decline is linked to internal divisions within the ODM party following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
- ODM supporters are increasingly rejecting the idea of backing President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.
- Both ODM and UDA have seen a decline in national support, while the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) has grown.
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