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The 23-year-old, who is the son of the late MCA Julius Kipruto Keter, secured a commanding victory, reinforcing UDA’s strong presence in the region. Rutto collected 3,999 votes, leaving his competitors far behind in the race for the vacant seat.
Kisoi outpaced his closest rival, Harrison Wambua of the Maendeleo Chap Chap (MCC) Party, who received 2,766 votes. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) also reported that UDA candidate Misi Mutua came third with 809 votes.
The by-election was held following the death of former ward representative Joel Munuve, creating a contest that drew interest from various parties and independent candidates.
After the vote count was completed, the commission declared Mpusia the winner with 2,805 votes. Sanare followed with 1,522 votes, while Naikuni finished with 298 votes.
In Baringo County, voter participation remained low during the senatorial by-election. UDA candidate Vincent Chemitei voted at Kamailel Primary School, where just 35 of 436 registered voters had turned out by early afternoon. Analysts attributed the low turnout to the withdrawal of KANU leader Gideon Moi, which reduced competition
Senior Resident Magistrate David Odhiambo delivered the judgment after Principal Prosecution Counsel Barbara Sombo successfully demonstrated that Abdi had violated key provisions of the Wildlife Conservation and Management Act, 2013.
Munyao passed away on Saturday afternoon, November 22, 2025, while receiving treatment at a hospital in Nairobi.
The group was apprehended near Agoro Sare High School, the designated center for tallying results. Police also seized five vehicles linked to the suspects, which officers said were being used to facilitate their movements across the area
The case came after police raids disrupted the transmission sites of Citizen TV, NTV, and KTN, leading to a suspension of free-to-air services. The CA had warned that defiance of its directive could result in penalties, including revocation of broadcasting licenses.
Omingo, speaking to journalists, said the chaos witnessed in the area was instigated by actors linked to the ruling party, United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
In a statement on Thursday, KWS said it had “noted with concern” a series of posts suggesting that the camp was obstructing key movement paths along the Sand River.
The CS argued that Kenya’s farmers will not achieve sustainable growth without significantly cheaper credit and a shift toward direct investment at the farm level.
The development comes two days after 23 of the 31 Members of the County Assembly voted in favor of the impeachment motion, while four abstained, ending weeks of political uncertainty in Nyamira.
The IEBC urged members of the public to rely only on verified information from official channels and to ignore rumours or false claims that could undermine confidence in the electoral process.
Masese is expected to face a list of charges touching on both financial and digital crime. Investigators confirmed that he will answer to cases of money laundering, fraud, unauthorised SIM card registration, obtaining money by false pretence, and conspiracy to defraud.
IEBC chairman Erastus Ethekon said the commission was working closely with security agencies to address disturbances and ensure order is restored swiftly in areas where incidents were recorded.
The election took place on November 27, 2025 during the 93rd INTERPOL General Assembly in Marrakech, Morocco.
The Kenya Tea Growers Association (KTGA), led by the CEO, Lindah Oluoch, raised alarm over sustained low tea prices and mounting unsold stocks.
In Malava Constituency, Kakamega County, tensions rose after Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) leader Eugene Wamalwa accused United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate David Ndakwa of orchestrating an attack on DAP-K aspirant Seth Panyako. Wamalwa also alleged attempts to obstruct police operations at certain polling stations.
Kenya, currently home to more than 860,000 refugees, has felt these pressures sharply, with local infrastructure, environmental resources, and services stretched in areas hosting refugees for decades. Murkomen emphasized that these challenges impact both refugees and local populations.
IEBC Vice Chairperson Fahima Araphat noted that while polling stations were operating without issues and the process was peaceful, the number of voters arriving in the first hours was below expectations.
Focusing on Kasipul, Orero noted its historical alignment as an ODM stronghold and highlighted tensions caused by independent candidates emerging after party nominations. Orero stressed that the outcome of these local contests carries national significance, as it will shape public trust in Kenya’s democratic processes.
The DP team accused Kiruga of wearing United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party colours inside the polling station, which they described as an unlawful act.
Wamalwa said the disruptions were tied to a “nefarious scheme” that he, alongside United Opposition co-principals Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua, had earlier warned Kenyans about.
Kenga urged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the security team overseeing the poll to intervene and ensure that every accredited agent is allowed to work without interruption. He said this would help protect the integrity of a by-election that has drawn wide attention across the country.
The by-elections scheduled by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) follow a series of parliamentary and local seat vacancies across Kenya. Malava Constituency became vacant after the death of MP Moses Malulu Injendi earlier this year.
Any lost time at opening will be recovered at closing, and voters in the queue by 5 pm will be allowed to vote.
The National Police Service (NPS) said operations began smoothly, with hundreds of officers deployed to the 22 polling centres to maintain order. Additional personnel were dispatched from areas not holding elections to reinforce security in key locations.
According to the Elections Act, presiding officers must open ballot boxes and count votes at the polling stations in an open procedure that allows public scrutiny. Agents can photograph official results forms, and each station is required to display its tally for public viewing.
The contest in Malava has narrowed into a fierce duel between United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate David Ndakwa, the former minority leader in the Kakamega County Assembly, and Panyako, a vocal critic of the government.