Ol Kalou by-election: LSK raises concerns over alleged electoral malpractice
LSK says it will deploy accredited election observers to monitor the Ol Kalou by-election...
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The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has expressed serious concerns regarding alleged widespread electoral malpractice in the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, warning that these incidents could undermine its integrity and credibility.
- Reported malpractice includes voter bribery, misuse of public resources, political intimidation, and inflammatory rhetoric.
- The LSK, led by its President Charles Kanjama, urged independent enforcement of electoral laws against offenders.
- The society emphasized that any postponement should only be considered in exceptional, constitutionally defined circumstances, advocating for accountability of individual offenders instead.
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LSK Raises Concerns Over Alleged Electoral Malpractice in Ol Kalou By-Election - July 2026
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has expressed serious concerns regarding alleged widespread electoral malpractice in the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, warning that these incidents could undermine its integrity and credibility. The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has also strongly condemned escalating violence and voter bribery ahead of the poll, warning these issues jeopardize the poll's legitimacy. Amnesty International Kenya is calling for an urgent probe into election offenses that threaten to compromise the by-election scheduled for July 16. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has issued final reminders emphasizing voter identification requirements and the end of the campaign period.
