In a high-stakes political battle, Kenyan Opposition leaders have vowed to deliver a fierce challenge to President William Ruto and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) in the upcoming Mbeere North by-election on November 27th. This by-election is seen as a crucial test of political influence in the Mt. Kenya region, particularly following President Ruto's fallout with former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

• The by-election is largely a two-horse race between UDA's Leonard Wamuthende and Democratic Party (DP) candidate Newton Karish, despite nine candidates vying for the seat.
• Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua urged voters to use the by-election to demonstrate the region’s political resolve, criticizing Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire and Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku.
• DAP–K leader Eugene Wamalwa and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka are rallying support for Newton Karish, framing the contest as the symbolic birthplace of a revitalized united opposition.