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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.
Youssouf reaffirmed the AU’s “zero tolerance” policy on unconstitutional changes of government, citing key frameworks that underpin this stance, including the Constitutive Act of the African Union, the Lomé Declaration, the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance, and the Ezulwini Framework.
While in Turkey, the Pope will also step into the Blue Mosque, as both Pope Francis and Pope Benedict XVI did during their own trips. He is expected to meet other religious figures to encourage dialogue before moving to the next part of the journey.
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.
The Kenyatta family holds a 13.2 percent stake in NCBA through Enke Investments Limited. The bank says he brings a strong record in governance and strategic growth, having previously served within the Group for nearly two decades.
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.
Founded in 2009, the organisation has grown into one of the strongest platforms for women to build businesses, support their families and nurture leadership skills. The First Lady emphasized the heart of the model, noting that “the transaction is not about money. Your sisterhood is the bank, and that is where transformation is anchored.”
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.
In just a few days, kidnappers have abducted dozens across Nigeria. Among the victims are 24 Muslim schoolgirls, 38 worshippers, more than 300 students and teachers from a Catholic school, 13 young women and girls walking near a farm, and another 10 women and children. While some have been rescued or managed to escape, 265 students and teachers taken from a Catholic boarding school in Niger State on Friday remain missing.
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.
The elections, covering National Assembly, Senate, and County Assembly seats, are taking place in 22 constituencies and wards, drawing attention from security agencies, observers, and the public.
The affidavit states that Albert was arrested on June 7, 2025, at the family home by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, allegedly acting under DIG Lagat’s instructions. Authorities reportedly accused Albert of circulating information linking the DIG to corruption within the police service.
In a detailed statement on Wednesday, KNCHR chairperson Claris Ogangah said the Commission had documented worrying cases of aggression and interference during campaigns for Senatorial, National Assembly and County Assembly seats. She noted that the incidents not only endangered candidates and supporters but also threatened the rights that protect Kenya’s democratic space.
UDA criticised attempts to link state agencies to the claims of interference, insisting that officers on the ground were only performing their duty to secure the exercise. The party urged Kenyans not to be swayed by talk meant to create suspicion around agencies tasked with protecting voters.
Authorities have arrested three executives from a construction company on suspicion of manslaughter, as investigators probe the use of flammable materials such as mesh and plastic sheets, which may have allowed the fire to spread rapidly.
IEBC said ballot materials, trained polling officials and security officers have been sent to all locations, where they will spend the night to ensure voting starts at 6 am without delays. The Commission reminded the public that polling will continue up to 5 pm, and those already in line at closing time will be allowed to vote.
According to the commission, the goal is to ensure every voter is able to cast their ballot in a calm and orderly setting. The IEBC said the National Police Service has deployed enough personnel not only to man the polling centres but also to guard tallying points and other key locations within the constituencies holding the by-elections.
Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui emphasized that the government is taking immediate steps to protect trade, safeguard commercial arrangements, and maintain market access for Kenyan businesses.