Political analysts have argued that the by-elections tested the strength of President William Ruto, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka. The broad-based government faced off with the United Opposition in nearly all the contests. The UDA party won the Baringo senatorial seat, as well as the Malava, Mbeere North, and Banissa
The Interior Cabinet Secretary, Kipchumba Murkomen, has condemned violent acts, political goons, and their sponsors during the November 27 by-elections exercise across the country. In a statement shared on his official X account, Murkomen said all the perpetrators and their sponsors will be dealt with in accordance with the law. According to him, violence during
Leonard Wamuthende, who is popularly known as “Leo,” is the Member of Parliament (MP) elect of Mbeere North Constituency. Wamuthende was born in Kianthawa village in Nthawa ward, Mbeere North constituency. On November 27, 2025, in a by-election, he garnered 15,802 votes, narrowly beating DP candidate Newton Kariuki in the parliamentary race, who secured 15,308 votes.
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