According to a nationwide survey conducted by Politrack Africa, Kenyans have expressed confidence in Deputy President Kithure Kindiki’s leadership.

The opinion poll, which took place between November 9th and 13th, 2024, involved 3,211 registered voters from all 47 counties.

It assessed various aspects of the Deputy President’s performance.

The findings indicate public approval ratings ranging between 69 per cent and 78 per cent, reflecting satisfaction with his efforts to address national challenges, promote unity, and strengthen regional representation.

“The results demonstrate that H.E. Kindiki enjoys consistent approval ratings across all measured aspects,” Politrack Africa noted, signalling optimism for his leadership capabilities.

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The survey revealed areas for improvement in regional cohesion but highlighted renewed hope in his ability to deliver on his mandate and foster national unity.

A separate poll by Politrack Africa, conducted between November 19th and 26th, 2024, with 1,068 registered voters, ranked Kenya’s senators based on their transformative leadership.

The research identified Sen. John Methu of Nyandarua County as the most transformative senator of 2024, achieving an 85.2 per cent approval rating.

He was followed by Sen. Richard Onyonka of Kisii County (81.1 per cent) and Sen. Kathuri Murungi of Meru County (75.1 per cent).

The study evaluated senators’ performance through public perception of their legislative effectiveness and ability to address constituency issues.

Sen. Edwin Sifuna of Nairobi County (74.8 per cent) and Sen. Wahome Wamatinga of Nyeri County (73.2 per cent) rounded out the top five, with each leader demonstrating a capacity to resonate with their constituents.

All senators achieved approval ratings above 70 per cent in the top five.

The survey ranked other notable senators, including Sen. Fatuma Dullo of Isiolo County (70.1 per cent), Sen. Karungo Thang’wa of Kiambu County (67.3 per cent), and Sen. Dr. Boniface Khalwale of Kakamega County (66.0 per cent).

Lower on the list were Sen. Prof. Tom Ojienda of Kisumu County (63.6 per cent) and Sen. Okiya Omtatah of Busia County (62.0 per cent).

Politrack Africa’s report sheds light on public satisfaction with senators’ contributions, describing it as “a critical tool for understanding public sentiment.”

The survey’s findings also identified Sen. John Kinyua of Laikipia County (60.1 per cent), Sen. Enoch Wambua of Kitui County (58.3 per cent), Sen. William Cheptumo of Baringo County (57.1 per cent), Sen. Samson Cherargei of Nandi County (55.9 per cent), and Sen. Mohamed Faki of Mombasa County (50.9 per cent) among the lower-ranked senators.

The surveys aim to offer a detailed view of the political landscape, providing insights into voter expectations and satisfaction.

Politrack Africa emphasized its commitment to ensuring the accuracy of the findings, describing its research as nationally representative and grounded in rigorous sampling methods.

By assessing the effectiveness of both national and county leadership, the reports offer Kenyans valuable insights into their leaders’ performance and how this may influence political decisions and strategies moving forward.