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June 19, 2026
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Waiguru Leads 2027 DP Race as PoliTrack Poll Sparks UDA Succession Battle

Waiguru Leads 2027 DP Race as PoliTrack Poll Sparks UDA Succession Battle

The poll places Waiguru at the top of the UDA deputy president preference list with 30.9 percent support...

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A new poll suggests Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru is the leading contender to be President William Ruto's running mate in the 2027 General Election, potentially sparking a succession battle within the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).

  • Anne Waiguru leads the deputy president preference list with 30.9% support in the PoliTrack Africa Report 2026.
  • Other notable figures include Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki (19.3%) and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga (17%).
  • The poll highlights potential strategies for consolidating support in the Mt Kenya region and among women and younger voters.

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