By-elections
Kakamega senator Boni Khalwale ousted as senate majority whip
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Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has been officially removed from his position as Senate Majority Whip by his UDA party. He has been replaced by Bungoma Senator David Wakoli Wafula, following his support for an opposition candidate in the Malava by-election. Senate Speaker Amason Kingi confirmed the change during a plenary session on December 2, 2025.
The Democratic Alliance secured a dominant victory in a Johannesburg ward, the Inkatha Freedom Party gained a seat from the National Freedom Party in KwaZulu-Natal, and the African National Congress retained its position in Limpopo during recent by-elections.
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The IFP retained its seat in a rural northern KwaZulu-Natal ward with a dominant performance, while the ANC captured an independent seat in Mkhondo, Mpumalanga, in the final round of 2025 by-elections.
Tensions flared in Narok town on November 24, 2025, when police used teargas to disrupt a campaign rally led by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The incident occurred as Gachagua supported his party's candidate ahead of by-elections. No injuries were reported despite the chaos.
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Kenya's by-elections on November 27 may seem small, but their political risks to top leaders are significant. Figures like President William Ruto, Rigathi Gachagua, and ODM leadership face a major test in areas such as Mbeere North and Malava. Campaigns end on November 24, 2025, ahead of the vote.