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DCP's Ol Kalou Win Triggers Rift Valley Election Concerns
Douglas Kamau Waweru of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) won the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, defeating the UDA candidate. The victory has raised concerns in the Rift Valley, with some political leaders viewing it as a warning for the 2027 General Election. Nakuru Senator Tabitha Karanja blamed a powerful clique within President William Ruto's inner circle for the growing woes and recent electoral defeats of the UDA party, including the loss in the Ol Kalou by-election. Kirinyaga Woman Representative Njeri Maina accused the government of orchestrating violence during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election and failing to ensure citizen safety. Meanwhile, Oburu Oginga, ODM Party Leader, stated that the broad-based Government remains strong despite losing the Ol-Kalou by-election, downplaying the loss as a minor setback.
Leaders Condemn Gachagua's Tourist Boycott Call
The Jubilee Party has strongly condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's recent appeal for tourists and investors to boycott Kenya. Leaders from the Coast region also strongly condemned Rigathi Gachagua's 'stay away' call to tourists. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua announced he will travel to the United States next month, and before his departure, he plans to hold several rallies across Kenya with a focus on expanding his political support base.
