A new poll by Mizani Africa indicates that Betty Maina is leading the race for Murang'a Women Representative ahead of Kenya's 2027 general election, positioning her for likely re-election. However, the survey suggests that a significant share of undecided voters could still influence the final outcome of the contest. The findings point to a competitive race in the county despite Maina's current advantage.

Kenyan leaders from the Coast region, including Sports and Youth Minister Salim Mvurya, Mining Minister Hassan Joho, and Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, have urged residents to support President William Ruto in the upcoming 2027 General Election. They highlighted Ruto's commitment to developing the Coast region despite receiving fewer votes from the area in the 2022 election. During a political meeting in Malindi, they mentioned that Ruto is expected to issue over 200,000 title deeds to address land ownership issues.

A new opinion poll by Bobea Report places Kenyan President William Ruto ahead of his main challengers in the 2027 presidential race, while showing tight contests in several Nairobi gubernatorial and parliamentary races, according to Ghafla Kenya. The inaugural people-centred poll assessed presidential, gubernatorial and parliamentary contests ahead of the 2027 General Election, offering an early look at the country's emerging political landscape.

Kenyan newspaper Taifa Leo reports that Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, long a key ally of President William Ruto within Kenya Kwanza, is building his own political base through the People's Party of Kenya ahead of the 2027 general election. According to the commentary, his move is seen not as an ordinary party switch but as raising questions about political loyalty, ambition, and the contest for influence in the Mount Kenya region, leaving observers debating whether he is now an opponent of Ruto or a check on Rigathi Gachagua.

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has joined the Linda Mwananchi coalition, strengthening the opposition's efforts ahead of the 2027 general elections. Maraga expressed his readiness to collaborate with leaders including Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, Siaya Governor James Orengo, Embakasi East MP Babu Owino, and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi to ensure the removal of President William Ruto from power in the upcoming elections. His remarks were made during political meetings in Kisii, Keumbu, and Keroka.

Siaya Governor James Orengo has rejected accusations from within the Linda Mwananchi movement that he is sabotaging Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's presidential ambitions. Speaking in an interview with Citizen TV, Orengo confirmed he intends to run for president and challenge Sifuna for the opposition coalition's nomination ahead of Kenya's 2027 General Election. He argued the coalition must embrace internal democracy and open competition for its presidential ticket, dismissing claims that his candidacy is meant to derail Sifuna.