President William Ruto leads in national popularity at 24 per cent, according to a July 2026 TIFA poll, but faces mounting pressure as opposition figures rally regional support across the country.

Edwin Sifuna of Linda Mwananchi trails closely with 15 per cent popularity after touring 16 counties ahead of his upcoming Meru rally on August 30.

Jubilee’s Fred Matiang'i follows at 14 per cent following recent engagements in Kiambu and Nyanza, while Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka holds 13 per cent with eyes on Machakos and an upcoming Nyanza campaign.

Meanwhile, DCP’s Rigathi Gachagua commands 7 per cent amid an aggressive grassroots push across Mt Kenya.