IEBC Unveils New Strategy to Handle Mbeere-North, Malava and Kasipul By-Elections
Campaigns in Mbeere-North, Malava and Kasipul have recently drawn attention as political supremacy battles played out in public amongst the candidates...
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will deploy plain-clothed and uniformed police officers to areas experiencing rising political temperatures ahead of the November 27 by-elections in Mbeere-North, Malava, and Kasipul.
- IEBC Commissioner Alutalala Mukhwana stated that "adequate security" is necessary due to the competitive nature of the by-elections.
- In Kasipul Constituency, ODM candidate Boyd Were and independent candidate Philip Aroko were each fined Ksh1 million for alleged instigation of violence.
- In Malava, UDA candidate David Ndakwa faced accusations of voter bribery, which he dismissed as "political propaganda."
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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.
