A Tanzanian preacher has stirred debate in Kenya after claiming he already knows who will win the country’s next presidential election.
Samuel Samson Rolinga, a controversial religious figure based in Dar es Salaam, made the remarks shortly after arriving in Nairobi for a church event set for early May.
Speaking to journalists, Rolinga said he would not reveal the identity of the supposed winner yet, insisting that the timing was not right.
He maintained that his confidence comes from what he described as a track record of accurate prophecies.
Among the examples he cited were the outcome of Kenya’s 2022 election and the eventual political fallout within the current administration.
He also claimed to have foreseen the lifting of Covid 19 restrictions, adding that he had even predicted the specific period when lockdown measures would come to an end.
In a more controversial assertion, he said he had once prophesied about the death of a prominent opposition leader, a claim that has drawn sharp criticism online.
Rolinga is in Kenya for a two day crusade dubbed “Changu Ni Changu, Clinic of Healing,” which is expected to attract followers from across the region.
His visit has already generated attention, with many curious about whether he will eventually disclose the details of his latest prediction.
Online reactions have been mixed. Some Kenyans expressed interest in his claims, saying they would wait to see if his words come to pass.
Others questioned why he focuses on Kenyan politics instead of issues in his own country.
A section of users dismissed his remarks altogether, arguing that such statements are often made without proof.
The comments come at a time when early political alignments ahead of the 2027 election are beginning to take shape. President William Ruto is widely expected to seek a second term, while several other leaders have hinted at possible bids.
The growing political activity has created space for speculation, making Rolinga’s claims even more noticeable.
Meanwhile, government officials have in the past cautioned against spreading narratives that could undermine confidence in the electoral process.
Leaders have repeatedly emphasized that the next election will be decided by voters at the ballot, not by predictions or outside influence.
As the debate continues, Rolinga’s statement has added a new layer to the already lively political conversation, leaving many watching closely to see whether he will eventually name the person he believes will lead Kenya after 2027.