IEBC sets February 2026 by-elections for Isiolo South MP seat, three wards

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has gazetted Thursday, February 26, 2026...

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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced by-elections for Thursday, February 26, 2026, to fill vacant seats in Isiolo South Constituency and three wards across Embu and Kakamega counties.

The by-election in Isiolo South Constituency is due to the death of MP Mohamed Tubi Bidu on November 12, 2025.
Muminji and Evurore wards in Embu County became vacant after their MCAs, Newton Kariuki and Duncan Mbui, resigned to contest a parliamentary by-election.
West Kabras Ward in Kakamega County requires a by-election after David Ndakwa resigned to vie for a parliamentary seat.
Political parties must submit names of authorized officials by Tuesday, January 13, 2026, and contestant lists for primaries by Friday, January 2, 2026.

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