Uniformed and plainclothes officers deployed in 22 areas to secure the November 27 by-elections
"The arrangements we have put in place in all these 22 areas are that security has been placed at a high level. There are officers who are in uniform, and extra officers who are not in uniform. All security organs are involved, and we have faith that everything will be safe," Muk..
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Ahead of Kenya's November 27 by-elections, security agencies have deployed both uniformed and plainclothes officers to 22 electoral areas to address rising tensions and isolated incidents of violence. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Commissioner Alutalala Mukwana and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki have assured voters of comprehensive security measures.
- 22 electoral areas across Kenya will have heightened security for the November 27 by-elections.
- IEBC Commissioner Alutalala Mukwana confirmed advanced security measures, while Deputy President Kithure Kindiki warned against election chaos.
- However, a rally led by Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua in Narok town was disrupted by police firing teargas, which Gachagua described as an attempt to silence his campaign.
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Enhanced Security Measures Deployed for November 27 By-Elections - November 2025
The Kenyan government has significantly increased security for the upcoming November 27 by-elections. Security agencies have deployed both uniformed and plainclothes officers to 22 electoral areas to address rising tensions and isolated incidents of violence. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is deploying these officers to specific areas like Mbeere-North, Malava, and Kasipul. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pledged heightened security for the Mbeere North by-election, vowing firm action against any attempts to disrupt the polls. In addition, the IEBC has issued a stern warning to its staff against colluding with candidates, stating that those caught face prosecution.
