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A second-series polling report assessing candidate preferences in upcoming by-elections across selected constituencies and counties in Kenya.
This poll evaluates voter preferences, demographics, and leading candidates across Kasipul, Magarini, Malava, Mbeere North, Ugunja, and Baringo Senate by-elections. Data was collected via CATI interviews between Nov 15–20, 2025, with a strong 96.4% response rate. Results highlight dominant candidates as well as undecided voter segments.
A nationwide assessment of Kenya’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, analyzing performance, enrollment trends, infrastructure, and challenges across national polytechnics, technical training institutes, and vocational colleges.
The 2025 Kenya TVET Performance Rating evaluates over 4,000 respondents from various TVET institutions through a nationwide survey conducted between October 1–7, 2025. The report measures institutional growth, student enrollment trends, gender balance, curriculum modernization, and operational challenges. It highlights the top-performing polytechnics and technical institutes, emerging institutions, and key barriers affecting performance such as inadequate funding, outdated equipment, and internal mismanagement. The findings reveal a 140% growth in national polytechnics, an 18% increase in female student enrollment, and a shift toward competency-based, industry-aligned programs.
A 3-year evaluation of the Senate of Kenya’s performance from September 2022 to August 2025, focusing on plenary activity, legislation, oversight, motions, and committee work.
This Senate Scorecard report provides an in-depth assessment of the Kenyan Senate’s performance across three years. Using data from the Senate website and Hansard records, it highlights plenary sessions, bills assented to, motions filed and adopted, papers and statements laid, and committee activities. It identifies top and bottom-performing senators in speaking time, motions, statements, and overall engagement. The report also features notable facts on parliamentary processes, impeachment trends, and representation benchmarks.
Performance analysis of nominated MPs and Senators in the 13th Parliament, evaluating plenary contributions, committee work, and legislative activities.
John Mbadi leads nominated MPs at 52%, while Hamida Kibwana tops nominated Senators at 75%. Youth senators outperform non-youth counterparts at 55%.
Performance analysis of Women Representatives focusing on NGAAF fund utilization, ground presence, and legislative contributions during 2024.
Esther Passaris (Nairobi) leads with 63.1% approval. Notable projects include child rescue centers and GBV safe houses. NGAAF spending shows 39.47% on rental expenses.
Comprehensive public opinion assessment on Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's impeachment proceedings, including regional variations and replacement preferences.
79.16% believed Senate would impeach DP Gachagua. Prof. Kithure Kindiki emerged as preferred replacement (48%). High awareness in urban areas, lower in rural regions.
An evaluation of Women Representatives’ performance based on public opinion since August 2022, focusing on parliamentary presence and grassroots activities.
This survey, conducted between August 20–27, 2025, assessed Women Reps’ performance across Kenya, using a balanced 50/50 model of parliamentary visibility and constituency ground activities. The study engaged 3,010 respondents across rural and urban areas, revealing top and bottom performers, parliamentary contributions, and community engagement levels. Findings show notable differences in visibility both on the ground and in Parliament.
A national survey capturing the sentiments of Kenyans on the current state of the nation, touching on governance, economy, and public trust.
The report presents Kenyan citizens' perceptions of the country's direction, government performance, and major issues facing the nation.
Comprehensive analysis of Senate performance based on plenary contributions, committee work, and ground visibility. Samson Cherargei leads with 19.4% performance rating.
Key findings include Cherargei's dominance in debate minutes (17hrs 34mins), high impeachment motion activity (4 motions filed), and significant variations in senator engagement levels.
An evaluation of Kenyan governors' performance based on public opinion since August 2022, covering key devolved functions and governance indicators.
This survey, conducted between August 3–11, 2025, assessed county performance across five key devolved functions: Health, Water, Roads, Agriculture, and Education. Using ratings from 4,805 respondents across all 47 counties, the report ranks top and bottom performing counties, highlights re-election intent, and identifies governance trends. Findings reveal stronger performance among first-term and women governors, with political wrangles and corruption noted as significant challenges.
An exploration of Kenya's political landscape post-Raila Odinga, focusing on potential leaders of the opposition and ODM party.
The poll gauges public opinion on who is fit to succeed Raila Odinga as the leader of the opposition and ODM party leader. It breaks down preferences by region and provides overall scores for key candidates.
A survey to identify the most taunted candidates in upcoming by-elections after the electoral body was put in place.
The poll covers various constituencies including Banissa, Kasipul, Magarini, Malava, Mbeere North, Ugunja, and the Baringo Senatorial by-election. It provides insights into voter preferences and candidate popularity.
A survey evaluating the performance of County Women Representatives across Kenya.
The survey assessed the performance of 47 County Women Representatives, ranking them based on public perception. It provides insights into their effectiveness and public satisfaction.
Annual assessment of Senate performance during the third session, evaluating plenary contributions and ground visibility across party lines.
Azimio senators showed better performance compared to Kenya Kwanza counterparts. Female nominated senators outperformed male colleagues. First-time senators demonstrated exemplary performance.
Comprehensive study of philanthropic activities in Kenya, identifying top philanthropists and analyzing the impact of charitable work across different regions.
Dr. Manu Chandaria, Eric Omondi, and Karangu Muraya lead Kenya's philanthropists. 68% of philanthropy targets children, with education being the most significant activity. 96% of Kenyans view philanthropists as important to society.
Evaluation of county healthcare delivery systems since devolution implementation, covering infrastructure, staffing, and service quality across all 47 counties.
Tharaka Nithi leads with 66% approval rating. Key challenges include inadequate funding, poor HR policies, and corruption. 69.9% of citizens still rely on public facilities.