Kasmuel predicts Ruto win, says opposition is unprepared for 2027
Political activist Kasmuel McOure has said President William Ruto is likely to secure a second term in the 2027 General Election. McOure told K24 TV on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, that the government had weaknesses but maintained that its record could not simply be dismissed. His comments add to his increasingly open support for Ruto’s […]
Political activist Kasmuel McOure has predicted that President William Ruto will win a second term in the 2027 General Election. Speaking on K24 TV, McOure stated that despite certain weaknesses within the government, its record cannot be dismissed. He highlighted the government's achievements while acknowledging its own shortcomings.
The prediction comes as political parties prepare for the upcoming election, with the government aiming to solidify its support and opposition parties seeking to unite against Ruto. McOure also addressed the government's debt management, noting that borrowing and debt accumulation are not erased when a new president is elected. He emphasized the importance of balancing the budget and servicing existing debt.
Regarding the opposition, McOure criticized its divided state, labeling it as unprepared to challenge the incumbent government. He likened the opposition's current position to a cartoon depicting unpreparedness and pretentiousness. McOure's prediction underscores one of the pivotal issues in the 2027 election: whether the opposition can unite and offer a convincing alternative to Ruto.
As both sides continue to finalize their strategies, McOure's stance suggests a likely continuation of Ruto's leadership, while the opposition faces the challenge of overcoming internal divisions to present a viable alternative to voters.
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