Lobby group unveils online vote to pick opposition flag bearer for 2027
A lobby group has unveiled an online platform that will enable members of the public to vote for their preferred opposition flag bearer...
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A lobby group, the WANTAM Advisory Committee, has launched an online voting platform to allow Kenyans to select their preferred opposition flag bearer for the 2027 General Election.
- The initial online voting period will run from July 25 to July 26.
- Notable political figures on the platform include Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
- The initiative aims to promote public participation and unity behind a single opposition candidate, with the top five vote-getters proceeding to a public debate.
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