Survey Shows That Kenyans Now View Gen Zs as National Heroes
In the latest episode of “Who’s the Real Kenyan Hero?” a new Infotrak poll conducted on September 27-28 has revealed that drumroll… former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is still the reigning champion of national heroism! He’s like that superhero who refuses to retire, and honestly, who can blame him? With 800 adults from all over Kenya giving their two cents via Computer Assisted Telephone Interviews (CATI), Raila came out on top, proving he’s still got that magic touch.
Raila bagged 18% of the national vote, showing that even though he’s no longer in office, he’s still the MVP in Kenyans’ hearts. Nyanza region? Oh, they’re practically throwing a parade for him with a whopping 30% support. The Western region and Coast weren’t far behind either, clocking in at 23% and 22%, respectively. Clearly, the former PM’s legacy of democracy and reform is the gift that keeps on giving!
But wait, here comes Faith Kipyegon, sprinting right behind Raila! With 11% of the votes, this track star is proving she’s more than just fast on her feet. Central and Eastern Kenya have basically made her their queen, waving their foam fingers for her as a symbol of pride and pure athletic awesomeness.
Now, you’d think being the actual President would give William Ruto some serious hero points, but alas, only 8% of the respondents gave him that title. The Western region gave him a tiny pat on the back with 11%, but in Nyanza? Well, let’s just say they were too busy waving Raila flags. Sorry, Mr. President, politics is a tough game!
Other names tossed into the hero hat included Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Nairobi’s favorite no-nonsense MP Babu Owino, both clocking in at 8%. Gachagua’s fan club mainly hails from Central Kenya, while Babu Owino is busy signing autographs in Nairobi and Nyanza.
And hold onto your seats, folks, because Generation Z – yes, the TikTok-loving, meme-sharing Gen Z – racked up a hefty 23% of mentions for their activism in environmental protection and social justice. These kids are out here saving the planet and possibly the world, one hashtag at a time.
In the “Most Influential” category, guess who’s still king? Yep, Raila Odinga, once again. He secured 26% of the vote, proving he’s not just a hero – he’s the influencer (move over, Instagram). His knack for stirring up public debates and getting people riled up for elections is second to none. President Ruto took second place with 7%, while Rigathi Gachagua and Babu Owino continued to make waves with 6% and 5%, respectively.
This poll just goes to show that in Kenya, heroism is as complex as its political landscape. Whether you’re a seasoned political gladiator or a record-breaking athlete, there’s room on the hero podium for everyone… but it’s still Raila’s world, and we’re all just living in it.
