Bare-knuckle fights as Ruto allies, opposition vie for polls prize
Kindiki and Mudavadi have threatened rivals in fierce by-election campaigns. Gachagua and Natembeya have accused the State of sponsoring violence...
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Kenyan politicians are engaging in aggressive campaigns for the upcoming Thursday by-elections, with prominent figures like Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi directly confronting the United Opposition.
- The by-elections are perceived as a critical test for the ruling government against the opposition.
- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi are actively campaigning.
- The campaigns have become intensely personal as politicians fight for their political futures.
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Ruto Allies and Opposition Clash in Campaigns Ahead of Thursday's By-Elections - November 2025
Upcoming by-elections in Kenya have intensified political rivalries, with aggressive campaigns being waged by President Ruto's allies and the opposition. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi are actively campaigning to counter the opposition's influence, directly confronting the United Opposition. Deputy President Kindiki has also assured Kenyans of comprehensive security measures for the polls, vowing to deal with any attempts to disrupt the process. The by-elections are being viewed as a critical "miniature referendum" and a test ahead of the 2027 General Election. The outcomes are of significant interest to influential political "godfathers" who have a stake in the results despite not being on the ballot.
