Most Kenyans prefer meeting partners in Church – poll

39 per cent of Kenyans have indicated that they prefer to meet their partners in Church, a survey by Radio Africa Group shows. 

This view is stronger with people who are aged 35 years and above. 

More females than males believe in meeting partners in the church at 44 per cent, compared to 35 per cent. 

The poll dubbed 'Kenya National Social Research 2023' states that 34 per cent of those who participated in the survey prefer to meet their partners at social events.

35 per cent of males believe in meeting their partners in social events, while 32 per cent of females believe so. 

Participants who agree to the social events meet-ups are aged between 18 to 34 years. 

However, 15 per cent of those who took part in the poll prefer to meet their partners through family and friends, while 4 per cent prefer meeting their partners at the workplace. 

Some 4 per cent of the participants prefer meeting their partners in pubs and restaurants. 

At 2 per cent are public transport and Dating Apps. 

The survey, which was conducted between June 29 and July 11, 2023, indicates that more males than females prefer to meet their partners through friends and family. 

3,000 respondents participated in the survey which had a margin error of  +/- 1.8 per cent with a 95 per cent confidence level.