The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party has rejected the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM)'s proposed zoning plan in the Nyanza region, arguing it could negatively impact President William Ruto's 2027 re-election bid.

• UDA officials believe zoning would lead to voter apathy and disadvantage the President's chances of securing more votes in the region.
• The rejection comes as ODM reportedly seeks zoning in Nyanza as a condition for a pre-election coalition pact with President Ruto.
• UDA officials, including Franklin Oluoch (Chairman, Homa Bay Town Constituency), emphasize the importance of a level playing field and competition to strengthen the UDA party in the region.

Leaders from the DCP party have issued a strong warning to their rivals, anticipating a challenging contest in the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. The by-election is scheduled for July 16, 2026.

• The DCP candidate, Kamau Ngotho, has been cleared by the IEBC to run in the election.
• Key DCP figures, including Cleophas Malala and John Methu, have pledged to campaign vigorously in the region.
• The by-election was necessitated by the death of the previous Member of Parliament, David Kiaraho.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has strongly condemned political actors making premature allegations of rigging the 2027 presidential election, warning such statements undermine public confidence in Kenya’s democratic process.

• The IEBC described the claims as “reckless, baseless and unacceptable,” aiming to instill fear and erode trust in the nation's electoral system.
• The IEBC Chairperson, Erastus Ethekon, reaffirmed the Commission's sole mandate to conduct elections as per Article 88 of the Constitution.
• The electoral body is engaging relevant authorities for appropriate action against those making inflammatory statements and urged leaders to focus on election preparations and respecting institutional independence.