Presidential Candidates Kenya 2027

Jimi Wanjigi

President Candidate

Jimi Richard Wanjigi is a Kenyan billionaire businessman, corporate executive, investor, and politician. Widely regarded as one of Kenya's most influential business figures, he built his reputation through investments in infrastructure, energy, real estate, and international trade. For many years, Wanjigi was known as a powerful behind-the-scenes political strategist, playing a significant ro

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Reuben Kigame

President Candidate

Reuben Kigame is a Kenyan gospel musician, preacher, and activist from Vihiga County, celebrated for songs like Enda Nasi and Huniachi. Blind since age three, he overcame adversity to become a respected voice in music and public life. A theologian and educator, Kigame ran for president in 2022, advocating integrity, faith, and servant leadership. He remains an inspiration for resilience and moral

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Kalonzo Musyoka

President Candidate

Kalonzo Musyoka is a seasoned Kenyan politician, lawyer, and diplomat who leads the Wiper Democratic Movement. Born in 1953 in Kitui County, he has served as Vice President of Kenya (2008–2013), as well as Foreign Affairs and Education Minister. Known for his calm and diplomatic style, Kalonzo has been a key player in Kenya’s politics

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Fred Matiang’i

President Candidate

Dr. Fred Okengo Matiang’i, born in 1968 in Nyamira County, is a Kenyan politician and former Cabinet Secretary. A career academic with a PhD in Communication from the University of Nairobi, he lectured before joining government. He served in key ministries ICT, Education, and Interior under President Uhuru Kenyatta, earning the nickname “Mr. Fix-It” for his tough, results-driven leadership. In 2

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Okoiti Omtatah

President Candidate

Okoiti Andrew Omtatah, commonly known as Okiya Omtatah, is a Kenyan human rights activist, public interest litigator, and politician born on November 30, 1964, in Busia County. He is widely respected for his relentless fight against corruption, abuse of power, and constitutional violations in Kenya. Although not a lawyer by training, Omtatah has filed numerous public interest cases in court, earni

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Rigathi Gachagua

President Candidate

Geoffrey Rigathi Gachagua is a Kenyan politician who served as the 2nd deputy president of Kenya. He served from 13 September 2022 until his impeachment in October 2024. As a member of the Jubilee Party, Gachagua served as Member of Parliament for Mathira from 2017 to 2022.

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George Wajackoyah

President Candidate

George Luchiri Wajackoyah is a legal practitioner based in Nairobi, Kenya, and an independent political campaigner. Wajackoyah was also a presidential candidate in Kenya's 2022 general election held on 9 August 2022. He ran under the Roots Party of Kenya, which supports the legalisation of bhang in Kenya.

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Boniface Mwangi

President Candidate

Boniface Mwangi is a Kenyan photojournalist, politician and activist involved in social-political activism. He is known for his images of the post-election violence that hit Kenya in 2007 and 2008

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David Maraga

President Candidate

David Kenani Maraga was born 12 January 1951 in Nyamira County, Kenya. He was the 14th Chief Justice and President of the Supreme Court of Kenya from October 2016 until his retirement in January 2021. He achieved his Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Nairobi; holds a post-graduate diploma awarded by the Kenya School of Law; and obtained a Master of Laws from the University of Nairo

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Martha Karua

President Candidate

Former Justice Minister and anti-corruption crusader.

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William Ruto

President Candidate

Hustler nation

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