By-election
Kalonzo criticizes Ruto's state of the nation address
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Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka criticized President William Ruto's State of the Nation address on November 20, 2025, for failing to address rule of law and constitutional concerns. At an opposition rally in Malava on November 21, 2025, Kalonzo called the speech empty promises that continue to deceive Kenyans. The opposition rallied support for DAP-K candidate in the Malava by-election.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has set Thursday, July 16, 2026, for the Ol Kalou Constituency by-election in Nyandarua County. The seat fell vacant after the death of MP David Njuguna Kiaraho on March 29, 2026. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula declared it vacant on April 20.
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Naiyanoi Ng’eno, widow of the late MP Johana Ng’eno, has withdrawn from the UDA nomination race for Emurua Dikirr constituency due to personal reasons and the impact of her husband’s death. The decision was reached last Thursday after family consultations. The move has eased tensions in the UDA campaigns, with colleagues now backing Benard Ng’eno.
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku has dismissed viral rumors that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua visited his grandmother's home during campaigns in Mbeere North. The claims arose from Gachagua's door-to-door activities on November 17, 2025, ahead of the by-election. Ruku stated that his parents and grandmother are deceased, urging an end to the misinformation.
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In Tarn-et-Garonne, Brigitte Bérèges' proxy campaign for her successor is energizing the October 5 by-election. Unable to campaign due to health issues, the former MP is rallying supporters to defend her seat. The vote holds symbolic importance for the local right-wing.