What Tyranny of Numbers: Inside Mutahi Ngunyi's Numerology
This report critically analyzes Mutahi Ngunyi's “Tyranny of Numbers” theory, which claims that ethnic voting patterns predetermine the 2013 Kenyan presidential election outcome.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: |
Africa Centre For Open Governance |
| Authors: | Wachira Maina |
| Geographic focus: | Kenya |
Methods
The research method involved analyzing historical voting data, opinion polls, and election turnout trends. It also considered the potential impact of incumbency and new voters on the election outcome.
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Key Insights
The report debunks Mutahi Ngunyi's “Tyranny of Numbers” theory, which asserts that ethnic voting blocs will ensure a first-round victory for the Jubilee Alliance in Kenya's 2013 elections. It examines historical voting patterns, opinion polls, and the impact of incumbency, new voters, and turnout trends to argue that Ngunyi's predictions are flawed and potentially misleading. The analysis suggests that the election outcome is not preordained by ethnic demographics and that opinion polls, which show a close race, are more reliable indicators of electoral behavior. The report also criticizes Ngunyi's narrative for scaremongering and irresponsibly suggesting the possibility of election-related violence.
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Additional Viewpoints
Categories: English publication language | Kenya geographic scope | election predictions | elections | electoral demographics | ethnic voting | incumbency | kenya | new voters | numerology critique | opinion polls | political alliances | scenarios | tactical voting | turnout trends