magarini by-election Stories

Barack Oduor  |  Nov 28, 2025

Harrison Kombe wins Magarini parliamentary seat with 17,909 votes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 28, 2025

Harrison Kombe previously lost the seat in 2024 when the Supreme Court upheld the nullification of his 2022 election following a petition by Stanley K...

UDA's Ahmed Maalim Hassan wins Banisa by-election, succeeds late brother as MP
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 28, 2025

Ahmed Maalim Hassan garnered 10,431 votes, defeating his closest challenger, United Progressive Alliance (UPA) candidate Nurdin Maalim Mohamed, who re...

David Ndakwa edges out Seth Panyako as UDA retains Malava seat
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 28, 2025

David Ndakwa captured the seat with 21,564 votes, outpacing Panyako, who garnered 20,210 votes in what turned out to be a razor-thin finish.

UDA, Wiper and DCP claim key MCA seats in by-elections
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 28, 2025

Mandera County saw Ahmed Maalim Hassan of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) win the Banisa Ward by-election, obtaining 10,431 votes.

IEBC dismisses ballot stuffing claims as misleading amid tense by-elections
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 27, 2025

The commission urged the public to rely on verified information and cautioned against propaganda intended to undermine the electoral process.

Former CJ Maraga condemns by-election violence, faults State for laxity
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 27, 2025

Voting in Thursday’s by-elections across multiple constituencies was marred by pockets of violence, disruptions, and heightened tension, underscoring...

Residents confront politicians over suspected voter bribery in by-elections
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 27, 2025

The by-election in Magarini is being conducted under tight security, with police deployed to polling stations to maintain order and prevent disruption...

ODM clinches Kasipul, Ugunja MP seats
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Nov 28, 2025

IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon has condemned acts of violence, intimidation, or disruption reported in isolated areas during the voting process on T...

DAP-K’s Seth Panyako alleges assassination attempt, claims attack targeted his family
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 27, 2025

Seth Panyako said his driver was seriously injured in an attack he alleges was orchestrated by individuals connected to government circles the previou...

Magarini by-election: ODM's Harrison Kombe raises alarm as agents barred from polling stations
Farhiya Hussein  |  Nov 27, 2025

The by-election, which has drawn 10 candidates, is being closely watched as parties seek to consolidate their political influence ahead of the 2027 Ge...

Voting underway in Magarini, Malava, Mbeere North and Banisa
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 27, 2025

In Banisa, Mandera County, voters began arriving at Banisa Primary School promptly at 6:00 am. This polling centre has four stations, with separate qu...

IEBC warns voters against photographing ballots, violence as by-elections near
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 26, 2025

Commissioner Alutala Mukhwana said officers in uniform and plainclothes will be stationed in sensitive areas to monitor developments and prevent any d...

Rights groups urge EACC to probe CSs over state resource misuse in upcoming by-elections
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 25, 2025

Vocal Africa group executive director Hussein Khalid said preliminary findings on the upcoming by-elections show a political climate characterised by...

High-stakes by-elections seen as 2027 political litmus test for Ruto, United Opposition
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 24, 2025

Political pundits view the November 27 by-elections as the first showdown between President William Ruto’s broad-based government and the United Oppos...

Harrison Kombe endorsed as broad-based government candidate for Magarini by-election
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 13, 2025

The announcement follows an internal agreement within the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) not to nominate a candidate for the Magarini contest, after...

DCP endorses Stanley Kenga for Magarini by-election after Chengo’s resignation
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 05, 2025

Speaking in Magarini shortly after receiving the party ticket, Kenga lauded DCP’s leadership for what he termed a timely and strategic decision to bac...

Magarini mini-poll candidate quits DCP, slams leadership failures and grassroots neglect
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 29, 2025

Although he expressed respect for the party leader’s “unwavering commitment” to DCP’s ideals, Ngumbao accused the party's national elections board and...

Harrison Kombe secures direct ODM nomination for Magarini by-election
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 12, 2025

Political analysts say the November by-elections are likely to draw national attention as ODM seeks to maintain its stronghold in traditional regions.

Kilifi leaders urge fast resolution of IEBC deadlock, slam delays in Magarini by-election
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 08, 2025

The leaders sharply criticised court cases that have stalled the formal appointment of new commissioners, arguing that the delays have denied citizens...

ODM members in Magarini petition for primaries ahead of by-election
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 08, 2024

This move aims to ensure transparency and inclusivity in selecting the party's candidate, instead of resorting to issuing a direct ticket.

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