Politicians Allege Bribery and Misuse of State Power in By-Elections - November 2025

Allegations of irregularities have emerged following recent by-elections. Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i accused the Kenyan government of leveraging state power to influence mini-polls in Mbeere North and Malava, stating, "Power comes and goes." In a press briefing on November 29, 2025, Martha Karua questioned voters' choices after the by-election in Malava Constituency was marred by violence and bribery, including the distribution of mattresses. Furthermore, former Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba alleged that a missing Ksh300 billion, flagged by the Auditor General, was used for voter suppression in the by-elections held on Thursday, November 27, 2025.