Why Kenya faces 84pc chance of experiencing PEV in 2027
The report has been released when uncontrolled violence was happening in the OlKalou by-election campaigns, where scores have been injured in the violence...
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An international observer group has issued a stark warning that Kenya faces an 84% chance of experiencing significant electoral violence during the 2027 presidential elections.
- An international observer group warns of a 84% chance of electoral violence in Kenya in 2027.
- The warning comes amidst ongoing violence involving hooligans and suspected police officers in Ol Kalou, Nyandarua County.
- A vehicle belonging to EALA MP Kanini Kega was reportedly attacked by armed individuals in Ol Joro Orok.
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Kanini Kega Attacked in Ol Kalou Ahead of By-election - July 2026
East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Kanini Kega was allegedly attacked by armed individuals in Ol Kalou, coinciding with a report warning that Kenya faces an 84% chance of experiencing significant electoral violence during the 2027 presidential elections. The High Court dismissed a petition seeking to nullify Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) registration, ruling such disputes must first be heard by the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal. Separately, IEBC fined Nakuru Town East MP David Gikaria Sh2.5 million over electoral code violations including voter bribery and campaign misinformation during the Ol Kalou campaign.
