Rising expenses are emerging as the top concern for Kenyans as they prepare for the 2027 General Election. A recent nationwide survey by Infotrak Research & Consulting found that 46 per cent of respondents see the high cost of living as the key factor influencing their vote, highlighting the weight of economic pressures on public sentiment.
Other pressing issues include corruption and access to quality healthcare, each noted by 27 per cent of participants. The results show that while daily financial challenges dominate, voters are also closely monitoring governance and service delivery standards.
Education was identified by 26 per cent of respondents as an important factor shaping electoral decisions, reflecting unease over the cost of schooling, quality of learning, and progress of reforms in the sector.
Youth unemployment remains a concern for 25 per cent of those surveyed, pointing to ongoing challenges in creating opportunities for young people, a major part of the electorate.
Leadership integrity was mentioned by 23 per cent, signaling voter demand for ethical and accountable leadership. Broader economic management, including public debt and fiscal discipline, was highlighted by 21 per cent, indicating attention to the nation’s overall economic path.
The survey was sponsored and financed by Infotrak Research & Consulting Limited and conducted between December 19 and 20, 2025. Data was collected through 1,000 Computer Assisted Telephone Interviews (CATI) with adults aged 18 and above.
The sample was proportionately distributed across all 47 counties and eight regions, based on the 2019 Census, ensuring a nationally representative result. The margin of error for the survey is ±3.10 per cent at a 95 per cent confidence level.
