Former CS Moses Kuria claims a cartel controls Kenya's drug market, while the Youth Fund has received no government disbursements this financial year. Nairobi County warns landowners to renew leases or risk losing property. Kenya secured a 24 billion Kenyan Shillings loan from China for Nairobi's Intelligent Transport System, with the US funding 19 billion Kenyan Shillings in African medical innovation. KeNHA announced Nairobi-Nakuru Highway disruptions. Separately, CS Ruku and Governor Mbarire allege a plot to intimidate UDA voters, while IEBC Chair and IG Kanja warned against electoral interference ahead of Thursday's by-elections.
The United Opposition Alliance, led by Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua, alleged a government plot to rig Thursday’s by-elections through ballot stuffing. In a counter-claim, Kenya Kwanza leaders Geoffrey Ruku and Cecily Mbarire alleged a plot by the opposition to intimidate voters in Mbeere North. Mohammed Ali also accused the Mombasa Governor of a plot to rig the Magarini by-election, while Senator Boni Khalwale claimed his security was withdrawn ahead of the polls. In response, IEBC Chairperson Ethokon Edong prohibited candidates from bringing supporters to tallying centers. The National Police Service warned politicians against interfering with the November 27 by-elections, while leader Justin Muturi criticized the IEBC's decision to deploy plain-clothed police officers.
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) announced significant traffic disruptions for Friday, November 28, on the Rironi–Nakuru–Mau Summit (A8) Road. Motorists have been advised to consider alternative routes due to the official launch of the highway's dualling project by President William Ruto. In a separate transport initiative, Kenya secured a new Ksh24 billion (USD 185 million) loan from the Export-Import Bank of China. This loan is set to finance the Intelligent Transport System (ITS) Project in Nairobi. The project's goal is to modernize urban mobility and reduce traffic congestion in the capital.
Upcoming by-elections in Kenya have intensified political rivalries, with aggressive campaigns being waged by President Ruto's allies and the opposition. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi are actively campaigning to counter the opposition's influence, directly confronting the United Opposition. Deputy President Kindiki has also assured Kenyans of comprehensive security measures for the polls, vowing to deal with any attempts to disrupt the process. The by-elections are being viewed as a critical "miniature referendum" and a test ahead of the 2027 General Election. The outcomes are of significant interest to influential political "godfathers" who have a stake in the results despite not being on the ballot.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is finalizing preparations for by-elections scheduled for tomorrow in 24 areas across Kenya. According to IEBC Chairman Erastus Ethekon, voters will elect six Members of Parliament, one Senator, and 17 Ward Representatives. The commission has been distributing election materials to polling stations in constituencies including Malava, Mbeere North, Magarini, and Ugunja. The IEBC has assured robust, free, and fair electoral processes in Kajiado, Kasipul, and Magarini. The commission also warned it will take strict action against anyone found violating electoral laws. Mohammed Adow noted that tomorrow's by-elections represent a significant test for the IEBC.
Kenya's Minister of Interior, Kipchumba Murkomen, has assured voters of their safety during tomorrow's by-election and issued a stern warning against any planned disruptions. Murkomen also issued a stern warning to politicians against transporting criminals to the Kasipul elections. Separately, Baringo County Commissioner Stephen Kutwa assured residents of their safety during the senatorial by-election. Security measures have been heightened in several areas, with a heavy police presence reported in Kasipul and heightened security in Ang'ata Nanyokie ward and Ugunja. Authorities have warned that all election-related offenses will now be punishable by law. In Embu County, UDA Chairman Cecily Mbarire alleged that opposition leaders are planning to incite violence in the Mbeere North by-election.
By-elections described as high-stakes political contests are scheduled for tomorrow in several constituencies. Voters in Mbeere Kaskazini are heading to the polls to elect a new Member of Parliament to fill the vacancy left by the late Minister Ruku, with preparations for the Mbeere North by-election finalized. A by-election in Baringo County is scheduled for tomorrow to elect a new senator. Residents of Banisa are also preparing to elect a new Member of Parliament, filling a vacancy that has existed for over two years. In addition, the constituency of Malava is preparing to elect a new Member of Parliament tomorrow.
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Former CS Moses Kuria claims Kenya's drug market is controlled by a cartel, leading to overpriced, low-quality medicines. Separately, the Youth Fund has received no government disbursements this financial year. Nairobi County warns landowners to renew leases or risk losing property. Kenya secured a 24 billion Kenyan Shillings loan from China EximBank for Nairobi's Intelligent Transport System, while the US will fund 19 billion Kenyan Shillings in medical innovation for Kenya and other African nations. KeNHA announced traffic disruptions on the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway for a dualling project launch. Public Service CS Ruku and Embu Governor Mbarire allege a plot to intimidate voters in UDA strongholds during Thursday's by-elections. IEBC Chair issued warnings against bringing 'goons' to tallying centers. IG Kanja warned politicians against interfering with the by-elections, while Justin Muturi criticized the IEBC's deployment of plain-clothed police.
