Zimbabwe's Senate has approved a constitutional amendment that extends President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term until 2030 and allows parliament to elect the president. This change has significant implications for the country's political landscape, as it consolidates power within the legislative body.

Leaders supporting the inclusive government held a significant political meeting in Eldoret to endorse President William Ruto for the 2027 elections while also laying the groundwork for his successor in 2032. The gathering included MPs from the Kenya Kwanza coalition and some ODM leaders, who urged Kenyans to give Ruto a second and final term to complete his development projects, claiming that opponents lack alternative policies for the country's progress.

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.

Moses Wetang’ula, the Speaker of the National Assembly, urged residents of the Western region to register as voters to support President William Ruto in the upcoming 2027 general elections. Speaking in Kimang’eti, Malava Sub-County during a fundraising event for a vocational training institute, Wetang’ula emphasized that the Western region should grant Ruto a second term due to the development projects initiated by his government in the area.

The race for the 2027 presidential election in Kenya is intensifying, with significant behind-the-scenes efforts to select a running mate for President William Ruto. The Kenya Kwanza coalition, led by Ruto, and the opposition coalition, which includes former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Kalonzo Musyoka, are both strategizing to find a candidate that will enhance their chances of victory. Unlike previous elections, the selection process is more complex due to shifting political alliances.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has officially launched the election preparation schedule for the 2027 General Election, revealing that public officials intending to run for various positions have less than 230 days to resign. The schedule, unveiled at the KICC in Nairobi, outlines key dates for political parties, independent candidates, public officials, and other stakeholders leading up to the election on August 10, 2027, indicating the start of preparations for what is expected to be a highly competitive election.