Chaos, specter of unfair polls characterizes campaigns ahead of by-elections
Even before the official whistle for the by-elections has been blown by IEBC, the mini-poll campaigns have been marred by chaos...
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Campaigns for Kenya's upcoming by-elections have been plagued by chaos, accusations of voter bribery, and suppression, raising concerns about the fairness of the exercise scheduled for Wednesday. The opposition fears a rigging plan involving hired disruptors and the use of the 2017 voter register.
- Concerns raised over the integrity of impending by-elections, scheduled for Wednesday.
- Main organizations involved: IEBC, National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC), and the Police.
- Allegations include planned rigging using hired goons and the outdated 2017 voter register.
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Chaos and Manipulation Concerns Characterize By-Election Campaigns - November 2025
Campaigns for upcoming by-elections, scheduled for Wednesday, have been plagued by chaos, accusations of voter bribery, and suppression, raising concerns about the fairness of the polls. The opposition fears a rigging plan involving hired disruptors and the use of the 2017 voter register, putting institutions like the IEBC and NCIC under scrutiny. Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka accused senior government figures of attempting to manipulate elections, warning that these actions threaten national stability. In response, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi urged Malava Constituency residents to maintain peace and unity ahead of the November 27 by-election.
