The Ol Kalou constituency is holding a by-election for its Member of Parliament (MP) amid widespread allegations of violence, bribery, and bias against the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).

• The IEBC has been criticized for failing to maintain order and discipline among political players and State actors.
• Key individuals involved include Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and President William Ruto, suggesting the by-election is a proxy battle between them.
• The article highlights concerns about the integrity of the electoral process, with claims of public resources being used to influence voters and accusations of rigging.