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UDA's Festus Kiprop Wins Endo Ward By-Election
UDA candidate Festus Kiprop won the Endo Ward by-election in Elgeyo Marakwet County on Thursday, May 14, 2026. David Keter of UDA was also declared winner of the Emurua Dikirr parliamentary by-election on May 15, 2026. The Emurua Dikirr constituency by-election was a high-stakes political battleground, primarily a contest between President William Ruto's UDA party and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's DCP. Archrivals David Keter (UDA) and Vincent Kibet Rotich (DCP) met at the vote tallying centre for the first time following a contentious campaign. Tension marked the Emurua Dikirr by-election, with one person injured in an attack by suspected goons in the Chelemei area. A poignant moment unfolded as late MP Johana Ngeno's widow, Nayianoi Ngeno, cast her vote during the by-election.
Opposition Leaders Discuss Collaboration to Remove Ruto in 2027
Following a Tifa poll projecting intense competition for the 2027 general election, key political figures have signaled potential collaboration. Opposition leaders Rigathi Gachagua and Edwin Sifuna have discussed the possibility of collaborating to remove President William Ruto from power. Kenyan opposition leaders have pledged to unite and work together as they look ahead to the 2027 general election. The Kenyan opposition is reportedly uniting behind a single ticket to challenge President Ruto in the upcoming 2027 general election.
TIFA Poll Projects United Opposition Could Defeat Ruto with 76% of Vote
A united opposition candidate is projected to secure a commanding 76% of the vote in the 2027 presidential elections, significantly defeating President William Ruto. A new analysis suggests that a unified opposition front could secure a significant victory in the 2027 Kenyan general election, potentially defeating the incumbent President William Ruto. A recent report suggests that a united opposition could decisively defeat President William Ruto in the 2027 general election.
TIFA Poll: Kindiki Most Preferred to Be Ruto's Running Mate
A recent opinion poll by TIFA indicates that Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki is the most preferred choice to be President William Ruto's running mate in the upcoming elections. The poll shows Prof Kindiki with a commanding 59 percent support. A recent poll from Trends and Insights for Africa (Tifa) reveals that ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna is an emerging political force, potentially complicating plans for both President William Ruto and the opposition ahead of the August 2027 General Election. Recent TIFA polls indicate President Ruto leading in potential 2027 presidential election matchups, while Edwin Sifuna has surged to fourth place.
