IEBC Declares Winner in Malava By-Elections
The race was considered a two-horse race between the government and the United Opposition, as political rivalry played out in public...
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has declared David Ndakwa of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party as the MP-elect for Malava after by-elections held on Friday, November 28. Ndakwa secured the victory in a tightly contested race against DAP-Kenya's Seth Panyako.
- David Ndakwa garnered 21,564 votes.
- His opponent, Seth Panyako, received 20,210 votes.
- The by-election was characterized by intense political rivalry and accusations of violence during the campaign period in Malava.
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Conflicting Assessments of IEBC's Conduct in November 27 By-Elections - November 2025
Following by-elections on November 27, 2025, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) received varied assessments. The Election Observers Group (ELOG) commended the IEBC for conducting free and fair elections despite some reported challenges. Conversely, the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) declared the IEBC unfit to conduct the 2027 General Election, citing the chaotic by-elections and warning of political chaos. In Malava, after the IEBC declared David Ndakwa of the UDA party as the winner, DAP-K candidate Seth Panyako rejected the results, alleging widespread manipulation.
