In what has been dubbed one of the most consequential presidential elections in history, the USA polls have the whole world waiting with bated breaths to learn who the superpower’s next commander-in-chief will be.
The race for the top seat was always going to be a battle between Republican Donald Trump and Kamala Harris – a Democrat who is also enjoying commendable support.
As of the time of publishing, November 6, the numbers were heavily in Trump’s favour, as the Republican had 267 of the required 270 votes compared to Kamala Harris’ 224.
All signs point towards a Trump win, which will be a remarkable moment in US history as he assumes office for the second time after his initial term from 2017 to 2021.Â
A collage of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris.
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Globally, world leaders such as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have already congratulated the projected winner.
In Kenya, political leaders are also watching proceedings with a keen eye, knowing all too well what lies at stake for the country depending on who wins the US poll.
Kenyans.co.ke takes a look at some of the Kenyan leaders’ sentiments as the US Presidential election results enter a critical stage.
Ndindi Nyoro
The Kiharu MP is a strong affiliate of President William Ruto’s regime and has been touted as a potential future Deputy President.
Expectedly, Nyoro is a Trump supporter and he used his social media to lead early congratulatory messages for the Republican whom he believes will positively impact the global economy if he occupies the White House.
“Congratulations President Donald Trump, the 45th and 47th. Republican policies have always been better for Africa and the Global South. The Global Economy will definitely be better with imminent monetary easing under Trump,” Nyoro said.
“Hongera USA. We are African and Africa is our Business.”
Kalonzo Musyoka
The Wiper Party leader also congratulated Donald Trump, whose victory is a matter of ‘when’, not ‘if’.
Kalonzo, who is angling towards becoming a self-styled opposition leader in Kenya, congratulated Trump, with a message to Kenya’s electoral body IEBC.
“I extend my congratulations to President-Elect Donald Trump on your election as 47th President of the United States of America,” Kalonzo’s statement read.
“Americans have placed their trust in your ideas and leadership, as evidenced by the outcomes of the electoral college and popular vote. Over 150 million Americans voted in the historic November 5 election, and their votes were counted, tallied and announced in less than 24 hours. I believe Kenya, and in particular the IEBC can learn from the United States about how to conduct a free, fair, and credible election. I wish you every success and look forward to working with you.”
Esther Passaris
The Nairobi Woman representative is a strong advocate for women’s leadership and has publicly thrown her weight behind Kamala Harris.
As the election process kicked off on Tuesday, Passaris took to her social media to declare her support, saying:  “Our prayers are with Kamala Harris for running one of the most vibrant issue-based campaigns ever. It’s just a matter of hour. Godspeed from the Continent of Africa.”
Babu Owino
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino has never made it a secret that he eventually wishes to run for Presidency in Kenya.
On Wednesday, Owino also got ahead of the pack by congratulating Donaldo Trump for an early victory, while also aiming a dig at an unnamed political rival.
“Congratulations to Donald Trump for winning US elections. This is how I will beat my unworthy opponent in 2027,” the outspoken ODM legislator said on X.
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino addressing constituents.
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Babu Owino
Anne Waiguru
The Kirinyaga County Governor took the high road by congratulating Donald Trump through her social media whilst also hailing Kamala Harris for being a worthy candidate in the Presidential polls.
“Congratulations President Donald Trump on your election as the 47th President of the United States. I wish you success as you lead the nation forward,” Waiguru wrote.
“To Vice President Kamala Harris, you ran an impressive campaign and fought the good fight. Your strength and resilience inspire women worldwide—you’ve made history and continue to blaze trails for future generations. Wishing America unity, progress, and all the best in the years ahead.”
Mike Sonko
Mike Sonko, the former Nairobi governor, was also full of praise for Donald Trump, hailing the Republican as a candidate who overcame odds to win a second US Presidential election.
“Congratulations once again to the President who had faced impeachment and emerged victorious, Donald Trump,” Sonko posted, adding that Kamala would “live to fight another day.”
Oscar Sudi
Kapseret Constituency Member of Parliament Oscar Sudi also took to his social media to congratulate Trump, albeit with a sly dig at his political adversaries.
“Congratulations, President Donald Trump, on your resounding victory. A leader like me prefers actions over words, not just grandiose speeches filled with empty rhetoric,” the outspoken lawmaker, who led calls to impeach former Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, said.
Irungu Kang’ata
The Murang’a senator shared a short concise statement on the state of the US polls.
“It was obvious Donald Trump would win,” he wrote on X.
Nelson Havi
Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi, who recently came under criticism for allegedly benefiting from the Kenya Kwanza government, was on TV on Tuesday where he boldly claimed Donald Trump was a strong favourite to beat Harris, adding that the Republican had a strong case to argue that his victory was stolen in 2021.
Ababu Namwamba
Former Sports CS Ababu Namwamba also emphatically congratulated Trump on victory on Wednesday, saying:
“Congratulations President-elect Donald John Trump, the 45th and 47th. Stunning typhoon, this triumph! May the world know peace, shared prosperity, and moral values.”
Samson Cherargei
The Nandi County Senator took a different approach while tipping Donald Trump to win the US elections.
Cherargei appeared to hint that Kenya would be directly affected by the Republicans ‘win amid the country’s ties with Joe Biden and Kamala Harris’ administration.
Donald J Trump is becoming the 47th President of the United States of America. Trump had 277 Electoral votes against Harris’s 226 electoral votes. As Republicans take control of the Senate in the USA. A major shift on the foreign policy especially to the African continent,” the Senator remarked online.
Didmus Barasa
Kimilili Member of Parliament is an avid supporter of Trump, and he made his feelings known with a video of the Republican candidate on his social media with a message of acknowledgment which stated, “Mr President Sir.”
President Donald Trump.
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