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Speaking during a Radio Generation interview on Monday, Abdul called for a national conversation on the escalating problem, arguing that political sponsorship and economic hardship are driving the rise of organised groups involved in violence
The Elections Act and the Electoral Code of Conduct bar candidates and political parties from engaging in, supporting or promoting violence. Where violations occur, the commission can issue warnings, impose fines, limit campaign activities and, in severe cases, recommend the removal of candidates from the ballot after due process.
Koome welcomed proposals contained in the Elections Law (Amendment) Bill, 2026 and the Political Parties (Amendment) Bill, 2026, urging both the National Assembly and Senate to expedite their consideration and enactment
Speaking during the launch of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Strategic Plan 2024–2029 and the Election Operations Plan 2025–2027 in Nairobi on Wednesday, Ethekon said the commission had witnessed troubling patterns during recent by-elections where political actors allegedly mobilised and armed youth under the pretext of safeguarding votes.
In a State of the Nation statement issued on Tuesday, the bishops said Kenya was facing a series of social, political and moral challenges that require collective action from government, institutions and citizens.
Murkomen said one of the biggest difficulties facing police is that many of those involved in such incidents do not initially appear to be part of organised crime.
Martha Karua accuses the Kenya Kwanza administration of failing to stamp out “goonism” amid reported attacks during demonstrations and political events. She calls for a national dialogue and accountability as security agencies investigate.
In a statement issued on Monday, Commission Chairperson Charles Dulo said the country was witnessing an “alarming surge” in threats, incitement and politically motivated violence targeting individuals because of their political opinions, affiliations or public expression.
Wandetto died on Monday at Kenyatta National Hospital, days after suffering severe burns in an attack by unknown assailants in Nairobi’s Mwiki area, an incident authorities say may have been linked to political intolerance.
Kisumu Senator Tom Ojienda condemned rising political violence, saying “goons” against leaders undermine democratic space. Speaking on Citizen TV, he urged security agencies to act and said leaders should focus on ideas, not accusations.
He warned that the release of suspects and alleged use of goons by politicians is fuelling insecurity, calling for stronger cooperation across institutions to restore order and uphold the rule of law nationwide.
In its inaugural statement dated April 14, the newly elected LSK Council said it would act as the “statutory guardian of the rule of law,” cautioning that institutions entrusted with justice were under strain.