The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has withdrawn from the upcoming Kisa East ward by-elections scheduled for November 27, 2025, after their candidate, James Shiraku, stepped down to support a competitor. This move is seen as a blow to Ruto's UDA party.

• UDA candidate James Shiraku withdrew from the Kisa East ward by-election to back Movement for Democracy and Growth (MDG) candidate Joel Ongoro Otwoma.
• The by-election, happening in seven days, will replace the late Kisa East MCA Stephen Maloba, who died in 2023.
• Shiraku's withdrawal leaves UDA to focus on the Malava Parliamentary seat, also set for election on November 27.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced the voting procedure for the upcoming by-elections set for November 27 across 24 jurisdictions in Kenya.

• Polling stations will operate from 6 am to 5 pm, requiring voters to present their national identification card or official Kenyan passport for verification via the KIEMS kit.
• Baringo County will elect a new senator following the death of William Cheptumo, with Kiprono Cherubet (backed by President William Ruto) running.
• By-elections for Members of Parliament will be held in Kasipul, Malava, Banissa, Ugunja, Mbeere North, and Magarini constituencies.
• Seventeen other jurisdictions will elect ward representatives, including areas in Bungoma, Tana River, Garissa, Machakos, Turkana, Samburu, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo Marakwet, Nandi, Narok, Kajiado, Kakamega, Nairobi City, and Nyamira County.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has fined Kasipul by-election candidates Boyd Were and Philip Aroko 1 million Kenyan Shillings each. This penalty follows recent violence during their campaigns, and they must pay within 48 hours or face further disciplinary action, including potential disqualification.

• Fined amounts: Ksh1 million each for Boyd Were and Philip Aroko.
• Key organization: Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
• Deadline for payment: Within 48 hours.