Kalonzo edges Matiang'i as opposition's top 2027 presidential pick
A recent Infotrak survey indicates that Kalonzo Musyoka is the preferred opposition presidential candidate for the 2027 Kenyan election, narrowly leading Fred Matiang'i. The poll highlights a competitive field with significant undecided voters and regional variations in support.
Why it matters
The survey provides early insight into the political landscape and potential alliances within the Kenyan opposition ahead of the next general election.
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka /FILE Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka is the most preferred opposition presidential candidate, an Infotrak survey has suggested.
The survey ranks Kalonzo first with a 27 per cent popularity rating, followed closely by Jubilee's Fred Matiang'i at 26 per cent.
Linda Mwananchi's Edwin Sifuna is third with a 19 per cent popularity rating, followed by former Deputy President and DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua at 9 per cent.
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has the backing of three per cent of opposition supporters, while PLP leader Martha Karua has two per cent support.
George Natembeya, Eugene Wamalwa, Okiya Omtatah and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino each attracted one per cent support.
The report also found that 10 per cent of respondents were undecided, suggesting the race for the opposition flag bearer remains open.
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