President William Ruto's political future is under scrutiny as Kenya faces crucial by-elections for 22 vacant seats. These by-elections are seen as a "mini-referendum" on his government, particularly amidst rising living costs and public discontent, with the outcome potentially determining his momentum ahead of the 2027 Kenyan General Election.

• A total of 22 vacant seats are up for grabs in upcoming by-elections: five in the National Assembly, one in the Senate, and sixteen in county assemblies.
• Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, through his Democracy for Citizens (DCP) Party, is leading the opposition, accusing the ruling UDA party of attempting to delay the by-elections.
• The IEBC has denied interference claims, with Chair Ethekon Edung dismissing rhetoric of election manipulation as "dangerous and irresponsible."