The tribeless tyranny of numbers: Mapping Kenya's 2027 voter universe

A voter casts the ballot during UDA grassroots elections. [File, Standard]

Like a broken record, let’s admit that our journey to the 2027 General Election is well under way.  The incumbent broad-based administration insists that there are still two years to go, and they are focused on delivering on the promises they made to Kenyans in their 2022 manifesto.  

Since using the term “opposition” feels like a contradiction (presidential system of government notwithstanding), the non-broad-based side of our political terrain is still a mixed bag; the talking point at this stage is “Wantam” with plenty of maneuvering (single candidate, joint platform etc) behind-the-scenes.