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TIFA Survey: 43% of Opposition Supporters Blame Gachagua for Opposition Divisions

Published on November 12, 2026

Source: KahawatunguBy David Wafula👁 1 views

William RutoRigathi GachaguaUDA

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has been identified as the main figure responsible for disagreements within Kenyaโ€™s opposition, according to a new survey by Trends and Insights for Africa (TIFA). The survey, conducted between October 26 and November 5, 2026, shows that 43 per cent of opposition supporters attribute the divisions to Gachagua. President William Ruto and the United Democraticโ€ฆ

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has been identified as the main figure responsible for disagreements within Kenyaโ€™s opposition, according to a new survey by Trends and Insights for Africa (TIFA).

The survey, conducted between October 26 and November 5, 2026, shows that 43 per cent of opposition supporters attribute the divisions to Gachagua.

President William Ruto and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) government were blamed by 15 per cent of respondents, a finding that may reflect perceptions of political interference or efforts to weaken opposition unity.

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Relief for Teachers as Ruto Announces Mass Teacher Promotions

Published on November 12, 2026

Source: The Kenya Times ~ Trending, Breaking News and VideosBy Daisy Moraa👁 1 views

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The Kenya Times ~ Trending, Breaking News and Videos Relief for Teachers as Ruto Announces Mass Teacher Promotions President William Ruto has announced a major move to advance teachers’ careers, with thousands set to benefit from a government promotion exercise. Speaking at the Kenya Comprehensive School Heads Association National Annual General Meeting in Mombasa on Thursday, November 12, 2026, Rutoโ€ฆ

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Relief for Teachers as Ruto Announces Mass Teacher Promotions

President William Ruto has announced a major move to advance teachers’ careers, with thousands set to benefit from a government promotion exercise. Speaking at the Kenya Comprehensive School Heads Association National Annual General Meeting in Mombasa on Thursday, November 12, 2026, Ruto said 50,000 teachers would be promoted during the current financial year. “This financial […]

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Ruto, Sifuna Tie At 31% in Latest Tifa Presidential Race

Published on November 12, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has recorded an increase in his preferred presidential candidate rating, tying with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna at 31 per cent, according to the latest TIFA Research opinion poll.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has recorded an increase in his preferred presidential candidate rating, tying with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna at 31 per cent, according to the latest TIFA Research opinion poll.

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'Nani Kama Ruto?' KNUT Boss Oyuu Leads Praise for President

Published on November 12, 2026

Source: AllAfrica News: KenyaBy News Desk

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary-General Collins Oyuu has publicly declared his support for President William Ruto, praising his administration over teacher employment, promotions and education reforms.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary-General Collins Oyuu has publicly declared his support for President William Ruto, praising his administration over teacher employment, promotions and education reforms.

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Ruto announces Sh4 billion for teacher promotions

Published on November 12, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy DAVIS AYEGA👁 1 views

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NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 12 – President William Ruto has announced an additional Sh4 billion to support teacher promotions, unveiling a major boost to career progression during the Kenya Comprehensive School Heads Association (KESSHA) National AGM in Mombasa. Ruto said 50,000 teachers would be promoted in the current financial year, describing it as the largest promotion exercise in a single year.โ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 12 – President William Ruto has announced an additional Sh4 billion to support teacher promotions, unveiling a major boost to career progression during the Kenya Comprehensive School Heads Association (KESSHA) National AGM in Mombasa.

Ruto said 50,000 teachers would be promoted in the current financial year, describing it as the largest promotion exercise in a single year.

The President further revealed that new career progression guidelines agreed upon by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and teachers’ unions had been concluded and approved.

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TIFA: Ruto gets more 2027 presidential support in Northen Kenya than Rift Valley

Published on November 12, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Emmanuel Rono👁 1 views

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President William Ruto has recorded stronger support in Northern Kenya than in the Rift Valley, according to a new survey by TIFA Research, as political leaders intensify campaigns ahead of the 2027 general election. The survey released on November 12, 2026, places Ruto’s support in the Northern zone at 62 per cent, compared to 59 […]

President William Ruto has recorded stronger support in Northern Kenya than in the Rift Valley, according to a new survey by TIFA Research, as political leaders intensify campaigns ahead of the 2027 general election. The survey released on November 12, 2026, places Ruto’s support in the Northern zone at 62 per cent, compared to 59 […]

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Kenya seeks stronger trade, technology partnership with EU

Published on November 12, 2026

Source: KBC DigitalBy Ronald Owili

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Kenya is targeting to increase its bilateral trade with the European Union focusing on key sectors with potential to unlock more investments and create sustainable jobs. Speaking when he met heads of European Union Delegations serving across Africa in Nairobi, President William Ruto called for addressing of barriers to trade between Kenya and EU in order to achieve full potential.โ€ฆ

Kenya is targeting to increase its bilateral trade with the European Union focusing on key sectors with potential to unlock more investments and create sustainable jobs.

Speaking when he met heads of European Union Delegations serving across Africa in Nairobi, President William Ruto called for addressing of barriers to trade between Kenya and EU in order to achieve full potential.

Kenya exports to the EU which are mainly agricultural products, have been sustained by the European Economic Partnership Agreement which came into force in July 1, 2024 and allows duty-free, quota-free market access to the EU.

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TIFA: Majority of Kenyans oppose Broad-based govt

Published on November 12, 2026

Source: People DailyBy Felix Kyalo

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A majority of Kenyans remain opposed to the broad-based government arrangement between President William Ruto and the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, with new findings showing that dissatisfaction continues to outweigh support more than a year after the political agreement was announced. A survey released by TIFA Research on Thursday, November 12, 2026, found […]

A majority of Kenyans remain opposed to the broad-based government arrangement between President William Ruto and the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, with new findings showing that dissatisfaction continues to outweigh support more than a year after the political agreement was announced. A survey released by TIFA Research on Thursday, November 12, 2026, found […]

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Wanga, Joho Trail Kindiki in Rutoโ€™s 2027 Running Mate Race

Published on November 12, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy CORRESPONDENT

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NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 11 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki continues to command a significant lead over other potential candidates in the race to become President William Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 General Election. A TIFA Research opinion poll released Thursday shows that 55 per cent of Ruto’s supporters want Kindiki to retain the position, signalling strong preference for continuityโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya Nov 11 – Deputy President Kithure Kindiki continues to command a significant lead over other potential candidates in the race to become President William Ruto’s running mate in the 2027 General Election.

A TIFA Research opinion poll released Thursday shows that 55 per cent of Ruto’s supporters want Kindiki to retain the position, signalling strong preference for continuity in the country’s second-highest executive office.

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga emerged as the second-most preferred candidate at 12 per cent, while Hassan Joho followed with 9 per cent.

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