Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago has recorded one of the most significant surges in public approval among Kenya’s elected leaders, according to the latest CountyTrak Performance Index 2026 released by Infotrak Research and Consulting.
In a nationwide survey conducted between January and May 2026, Mandago saw his approval rating jump from 40 per cent in 2024 to 58 per cent in 2026. This 18-point increase propelled him from the 32nd position in the previous assessment to 14th place in the current senator rankings.
The survey, which gathered responses from 87,286 participants across all 47 counties, highlighted Mandago alongside Marsabit Senator Mohammed Said, Turkana Senator James Lomenen, and Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei as the most improved senators.
Infotrak identified the delivery of campaign promises as the primary driver behind these rating shifts, influencing 41 per cent of public perception. Transparency, accountability, and the initiation of development projects also played major roles in shaping citizen opinions of leaders like Mandago.
The Infotrack CountyTrak Performance Index 2026 also highlighted the top performers across all three levels of elected leadership:
Top Performing Members of Parliament 2026
Embakasi East MP Babu Owino was ranked the top-performing Member of Parliament in Kenya with an 80% approval rating.
He was followed closely by:
- Joseph Kalasinga(Kabuchai MP) – 78%
- Ndindi Nyoro(Kiharu MP) – 76%
- John Bwire(Taveta MP) – 76%
Other legislators in the top tier include Josephine Lesuuda (Samburu West), Didmus Barasa (Kimilili), Reuben Kiborek (Mogotio), Gideon Kimaiyo (Keiyo South), Nelson Koech (Belgut), and Kaguchia John Gichohi (Mkurweini), who all recorded 73% approval.
Top Performing Senators 2026
In the Senate category, Kamau Murango (Kirinyaga) led the pack with a 69% approval rating
The top five senators are:
- Kamau Murango(Kirinyaga) – 69%
- John Methu(Nyandarua) – 68%
- Joel Nyutu(Murang’a) – 65%
- Samson Cherargei(Nandi) – 64%
- Aaron Cheruiyot(Kericho) – 63%
Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei and Uasin Gishu Senator Jackson Mandago both secured 58%, placing them among the top 15 performers.
