William Ruto and Edwin Sifuna each register 31 per cent support in TIFA’s latest presidential preference survey.
Edwin Sifuna gains ground in the latest survey, while Fred Matiang’i and Kalonzo Musyoka record lower support.
A new TIFA presidential poll puts President William Ruto and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna level at 31 per cent. The survey measures Kenyans’ preferred presidential candidates ahead of the 2027 General Election.
TIFA Research released the findings on Thursday, November 12, 2026. Both leaders have gained support, although their increases cover different periods in the survey comparisons.
Sifuna’s rating rose from 10 per cent in November 2025 to 31 per cent in the latest findings. Meanwhile, Ruto’s support increased from 18 per cent in August 2022 to 31 per cent in November 2026.
TIFA presidential poll shows declines for Matiang’i and Kalonzo
By contrast, Jubilee Party leader Fred Matiang’i recorded a sharp decline over the period covered by the comparisons. His support fell from 32 per cent in August 2022 to five per cent in November 2026.
Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka also lost ground, though he remained ahead of Matiang’i in the latest results. His rating dropped from 25 per cent in August 2022 to nine per cent.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua registered four per cent support, while Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro received one per cent.
Separately, the survey asked Ruto’s supporters about their preferred running mate for the president. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki led that field with 55 per cent support among Ruto’s backers.
