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Voting Underway in Ol Kalou for the MP By-election
Voting is underway in Ol Kalou Constituency, Nyandarua County, to elect a new Member of Parliament to succeed David Kiaraho, who passed away in March. Polling stations opened at 6:00 a.m. with nine candidates participating in this critical by-election. Residents braved chilly morning temperatures to cast their ballots at various polling stations including Kieni Primary School, Kiganjo Secondary School, AC Primary School, and Silanga Polling Station. The by-election has seen high voter turnout with people cycling and riding donkeys to reach polling stations. Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku stated that the Ol Kalou by-election results will not affect Mt Kenya East's backing for the Kenya Kwanza government, affirming the region's continued strong support for the administration.
CS Ruku Announces Salary Increase for Government Employees
Public Service CS Geoffrey Ruku has announced an upcoming increase in salaries and allowances for government employees. He also announced that the government has allocated the highest budget ever to the Ministry of Education, underscoring their dedication to the sector. CS Ruku placed blame for medicine shortages in public hospitals on county governments, while advocating for stronger national and county collaboration to enhance healthcare services. Additionally, CS Ruku has assured Kenyans of the government's preparedness to handle potential humanitarian challenges arising from the anticipated El Niño rains, even while drought relief efforts continue.
Luo Elders Council Condemns Political Violence in Kisumu
The Luo Elders Council has strongly criticized political leaders for the violence witnessed in Kisumu city, stating that the disturbances could have been avoided if leaders had acted with wisdom and adhered to the law. A member of the ODM party in Rongo Constituency, Migori County, was seriously injured after being attacked by thugs during political violence in Kamagambo Ward. Separately, religious leaders under the NCCK umbrella in Trans Nzoia county have expressed concerns regarding the lack of effective strategies to counter gangs of thugs during political rallies.
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