Polls reveal DISY internal race and 2028 presidential election landscape

A recent poll conducted by Rai Consultants for Alpha Cyprus has shed light on the internal competition within the Democratic Rally (DISY) for the party's nomination for the 2028 presidential elections. The data, presented in mid-November 2026, shows that former DISY president Averof Neofytou holds a significant lead with 54% support among party voters, compared to 20% for former Health Minister Giorgos Pamboridis. This internal contest is scheduled to culminate on November 28, 2026.

While DISY focuses on its internal process, the same survey analyzed the broader landscape for the 2028 presidential race. In various hypothetical scenarios for the first round, incumbent President Nikos Christodoulides leads with percentages ranging between 26% and 30%, followed by Andreas Mavroyiannis. Scenarios for the second round also indicate that President Christodoulides maintains an advantage over potential challengers, including both Mavroyiannis and Neofytou. The findings are based on a series of reports released by AlphaNews and Politis, which provide insight into current political trends.

Experts note that while the Rai survey shows a 34-point gap between Neofytou and Pamboridis, other polls, such as one by EXPLORER for 'Phileleftheros' recorded in late October, suggest a slightly narrower 23-point margin. Despite these variations in methodology and figures, analysts agree that Neofytou remains the clear frontrunner in the party primary as the campaigns continue.