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Originally published by Standard Politicspolitics
November 25, 2025
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Godfathers hold their breath as mini polls gamble comes to a head
The candidates themselves are merely actors in a much larger play directed by bigger political hands seeking survival—or intent on crippling rivals—long before 2027...
✨ Key Highlights
Upcoming by-elections in Kenya are being viewed as a critical test ahead of the 2027 General Election. These "mini-polls" are drawing significant attention from influential political "godfathers" who have much at stake, despite not being on the ballot themselves.
- These by-elections are considered a "miniature referendum" on the political landscape.
- Farouk Kibet is leading UDA campaigns in Malava Constituency.
- The political stakes are exceptionally high for key figures given the proximity to the next general election, less than two years away.
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