TIFA Poll: Kindiki Most Preferred to Be Ruto's Running Mate - May 2026

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.