Strange bedfellows: How ‘Wantam’ push is uniting rivals against Ruto
Leaders who previously could not see eye- to-eye, have realised that a fragmented opposition will preserve the incumbent...
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A shifting political landscape in Kenya is witnessing former rivals forming unlikely alliances to challenge President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 General Election.
- Key political figures previously at odds, including Babu Owino, James Orengo, and Fred Matiang'i, are now considering a united front.
- The strategy echoes the successful coalition that defeated KANU in 2002, prioritizing unity over historical grievances.
- Polls suggest that a unified opposition could effectively challenge President Ruto, whose current support is estimated at around 24%.
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Opposition Races to Build Mega Coalition Against Ruto in 2027 - May 2026
Kenya's political opposition is working to form a large coalition to challenge President William Ruto and his administration ahead of the 2027 General Election. A significant political realignment is brewing as opposition figures prepare to form a strong coalition to potentially unseat Ruto. Meanwhile, the shifting political landscape is witnessing former rivals forming unlikely alliances to challenge Ruto, with Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka filing a trademark for the phrase "Kalonzo 2027" as a clear indication of his presidential bid, sending a warning shot to rivals within the opposition coalition. 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.
