Moses Kuria predicts Kenya's 2027 presidential race will require a second round of voting. The former cabinet secretary believes no candidate will meet constitutional requirements for first-round victory. Kenya's constitution demands winners secure more than half of all votes plus at least 25 percent support across more than half of the nation's 47 counties.
Several politicians plan to challenge President William Ruto's re-election bid. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced his candidacy alongside Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and veteran politician Martha Karua. Former Chief Justice David Maraga, ex-Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i and activist Boniface Mwangi also intend to run. Opposition leader Raila Odinga remains undecided about his participation.
Several politicians plan to challenge President William Ruto's re-election bid. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has announced his candidacy alongside Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and veteran politician Martha Karua. Former Chief Justice David Maraga, ex-Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i and activist Boniface Mwangi also intend to run. Opposition leader Raila Odinga remains undecided about his participation.
