UDA, DCP to face off in four by-elections
The upcoming parliamentary and civic by-elections will be a litmus test for political leaders ahead of the 2027 presidential contest...
✨ Key Highlights
Upcoming by-elections for parliamentary and civic seats are shaping up to be a significant political battleground, particularly between the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and DCP Party, across several regions in Kenya.
- Scheduled for May 14 and July 16, these by-elections are seen as a test of influence for leaders ahead of the 2027 General Election.
- Key contests include the Emurua Dikirr constituency, where UDA faces off against DCP, and seats in Porro and Endo wards.
- Political analysts note that while these by-elections strain party resources, they offer opportunities to assess growth and penetrate rival territories, though they are not definitive predictors of 2027 outcomes.
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UDA, DCP Prepare for Olkalou By-Election - May 2026
Major political parties including the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) are gearing up for candidate nominations ahead of the Olkalou Constituency by-election, necessitated by the passing of former MP David Kiaraho on March 29. Both parties have set the same nomination date of May 9th, creating a direct competition. UDA has rescheduled its Ol Kalou Member of Parliament primaries from Saturday, August 9, to Friday, August 8, prompting ten hopefuls to adjust their campaign strategies. Upcoming by-elections for parliamentary and civic seats are shaping up to be a significant political battleground between UDA and DCP across several regions.
