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Voters Injured and Police Clash with Youths in By-Elections Across Kenya
Recent mini-elections in Kenya were marked by widespread violence and thuggery in various locations (3, 5). In Chwele-Kabuchai, one person sustained severe injuries after being attacked during the voting exercise (8). A separate report confirmed that voters were injured during a by-election (9). In Mbeere North, police engaged with youth who attempted to storm the Siakago Social vote tallying center following allegations of election interference (11). These incidents were part of disturbances that included vehicles being torched and candidates being attacked in various parts of the country (5).
MP Kaluma Attacked, Pistol Stolen, and Suspects Arrested in Kasipul By-Election
During a by-election in Kasipul, Homa Bay County, police arrested 22 suspects in connection with electoral violence and chaos (2, 10). In a separate incident, 23 individuals were arrested after being found with machetes in their vehicles (12). Homa Bay Town Member of Parliament Peter Kaluma was attacked, injured, and his pistol was stolen by armed youths amidst the chaos (12, 14). The arrests were aimed at restoring order and ensuring accountability for the disturbances during the voting process (10).
Vehicles Burned and Clashes Erupt Between DAP‑K and UDA Supporters in Malava Polls
The electoral process in Malava Constituency was marred by clashes between supporters of the DAP-K and UDA parties (7). During the electoral violence, vehicles belonging to several political leaders were burned, including one belonging to DAP-K leader Eugene Wamalwa and another to a candidate (13). As voting concluded and ballot tallying commenced, several security breaches were also reported in Malava (6). These incidents highlight concerns regarding the integrity of the electoral process in the region (6, 7).
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