KNCHR condemns violence, voter bribery ahead of Ol Kalou By-Election
The commission cited reports of voter bribery, intimidation, organised attacks by hired gangs, unlawful night campaigns, gunshots, destruction of campaign materials and the alleged misuse of State resources during the campaign period...
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The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has strongly condemned escalating violence and widespread voter bribery ahead of the Ol Kalou Constituency by-election, warning these issues jeopardize the poll's legitimacy.
- Reported incidents include voter bribery, intimidation, attacks by hired gangs, unlawful night campaigns, gunshots, and destruction of campaign materials.
- The KNCHR cited a warning from IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon regarding similar violations that could lead to postponement or cancellation of the election.
- The commission is urging law enforcement and the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to take firm action against perpetrators and hate speech, emphasizing that electoral violence is a violation of human rights.
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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.
