The High Court in Kenya has declared that early political campaigns are illegal, ruling that they violate laws ensuring free and fair elections. Justice Hedwig Ong'udi mandated the Attorney General, Dorcas Oduor, to develop clear campaign laws within 12 months.

• The court's decision cites that early campaigns undermine the right to equality and free elections.
• The ruling follows a petition from a non-governmental organization advocating for marginalized communities.
• This ruling comes amidst escalating political tensions between the factions of President William Ruto and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua as they prepare for the 2027 elections.

Chaos erupted at the Machakos County Assembly as Members of County Assembly (MCAs) engaged in a physical altercation over leadership positions, disrupting the session.

• MCAs exchanged kicks and blows after disagreements over the appointment of Mathani MCA Francis Kavyu as Minority Leader.
• The incident was triggered by a communication from the Wiper Democratic Movement regarding changes in minority leadership.
• This marks the second outbreak of violence in the assembly, following tensions over the impeachment of Speaker Anne Kiusya earlier in the year.

Chaos erupted at the Homa Bay County Assembly on Tuesday morning as some Members of County Assembly (MCAs) were barred from entering the premises, coinciding with a plan to impeach Majority Leader Richard Ogindo over corruption allegations.

• 22 MCAs support his impeachment, while 21 MCAs have declined to sign the petition.
• Unknown individuals were seen blocking access to the assembly, raising concerns about leadership conduct.
• Ogindo accused the dissenting MCAs of pursuing personal interests for the impeachment.