The next presidential elections in Kenya are scheduled for August 2027

The next presidential elections in Kenya are scheduled for August 2027

. The last presidential elections were held on August 9, 2022, and a president in Kenya serves a five-year term with a maximum of two terms. Therefore, the next election is expected to be held in August 2027. The election campaign has begun! A wonderful office where the president can do whatever he sees fit, while everyone else must remain silent. In the 2027 parliamentary elections, several heads of state and government will run and attempt to oust William Ruto. It is currently impossible to name a number of candidates, but based on previous elections, a large number can be expected. In the 2022 presidential election, four candidates supported by political parties ran, as well as several independent candidates. Traditionally, thousands of candidates run for the 349 seats in the National Assembly (Parliament). In the 2022 election, over 16,000 candidates ran for various parliamentary and gubernatorial positions. A similar number of candidates are expected for all levels of government (president, parliament, county governors, and representatives) in 2027. Potential candidates include former Minister of Internal Security Fred Matiang'i, who may have used the UPA party as his political tool. Given the daunting challenge, politicians across the country have to raise billions of shillings to garner votes in various places. Here, in Kenya, votes are bought, much like in ancient Rome. Presidential candidates possess enormous wealth, a testament to their influence in politics and business. 1. William Ruto: President William Ruto is attempting to defend his seat despite strong competition. He is the leader of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Despite his political activities, Ruto still runs a chicken business in his hometown of Sugoi. He revealed that he earns at least KSh 1.5 million a day from selling over 150,000 eggs. According to reports from TUKO.co.ke, Ruto owns several properties and businesses, including the Weston Hotel, the Dolphin Hotel, Kilgoris Farm, Moiben Farm, and the Kitengela Gas Company. He has also invested in the land sector through his company, Matiny Ltd. 2. Rigathi Gachagua: Former Vice President Rigathi Gachagua has announced his intention to challenge his former boss in the 2027 elections. The Democratic Congress Party (DCP) leader stated that his dismissal will not preclude him from running for president, as his case is still pending in court. During the 2022 presidential debate, Gachagua estimated his net worth at KSh 800 million. He announced that he had received KSh 64 million from the Ministry of Lands and Housing, KSh 10 million from Kenya Power, KSh 33 million from the Ministry of Livestock, and KSh 46 million from Batek. His companies include Fortis Vis Group Limited, Spirit Way Ltd, The Treetops Lodge, and over 20 others. 3. Martha Karua: Martha Karua has declared her intention to run for the People's Liberation Party (PVP) as a presidential candidate in 2027. The former presidential candidate of the Azimio la Umoja coalition stated that her net worth is KSh 150 million, up from KSh 56 million due to inflation. Karua owns houses in Nairobi and Kirinyaga, and one of her cars costs KSh 6 million. 4. Fred Matiang'i: Former Cabinet Secretary for Internal Security, Fred Matiang'i, has joined the United Progressive Alliance (UPA). Matiang'i caused controversy when he refused to disclose his net worth in an interview with Citizen TV. He emphasized that his financial affairs should not be a matter of public concern. 5. David Maraga: Former Chief Justice David Maraga has also announced his intention to run for president in 2027. He described the election as a moral battle to protect the constitution and end corruption and injustice. Maraga receives a pension of over 1 million KSh per month and is entitled to comprehensive health insurance. He also presented his large villa – a sign that he leads a luxurious lifestyle. Kalonzo Musyoka is also mentioned as one of the candidates seeking the presidency and possesses enormous wealth. Conclusion: Actually, the conclusion can be kept quite brief, because these candidates are all likely not quite right. All of the individuals mentioned are millionaires and have little to nothing to do with the working population. It is not mentioned whether they have ever worked. No one asks where they got their wealth. The presidents here act like kings, not like elected presidents. A president is the servant of the people, but here the people are the servant of the president. This is also why the individuals mentioned are not eligible for election. All of them cling to the old structure and are unwilling to take a step into the future. But this is necessary for positive development. Staying where this country is now is a step backward. @https://kiswahili.tuko.co.ke/siasa/600574-orodha-ya-wanasiasa-wa-kenya-waliotangaza-nia-ya-kugombea-urais-2027-na-mali-zao/ @https://x.com/IEBCKenya/status/1955914857741459676 @https://trt.global/afrika-english/article/18217598