Kenya Minute.
Friday, 26 June 2026
Kenya’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Friday, 26 June 2026
Nairobi—:—London—:—New York—:—Beijing—:—
Kenyan press · Person

David Kiaraho

Also known as: Ol Kalou MP David Kiaraho · the late Kiaraho · late Kiaraho · the late MP Kiaraho · late former boss Kiaraho · the late Ol Kalou MP · area MP David Kiaraho · the late MP David Kiaraho · former MP David Kiaraho

Ol Kalou MP whose death in March 2026 triggered a parliamentary by-election in Nyandarua County.

2026-04-252026-06-26

In coverage

Verbatim sentences from the source article.

  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    UDA's Samuel Muchina Nyagah has pledged diligent leadership and development for the constituency, while Jubilee Party is seeking to retain the seat previously held by former MP David Kiaraho, who was elected on a Jubilee ticket in the 2022 General Election.

    Hundreds of supporters raise Ksh.10 each to buy Olkalau MP aspirant a suit after 'chokoraa' jibe
  3. Citizen Digital

    UDA's Samuel Muchina Nyagah has pledged diligent leadership and development for the constituency, while Jubilee Party is seeking to retain the seat previously held by former MP David Kiaraho, who was elected on a Jubilee ticket in the 2022 General Election.

    Hundreds of supporters raise Ksh.10 each to buy Olkalau MP aspirant a suit after 'chokoraa' jibe
  4. Citizen Digital

    Jubilee Party is seeking to retain the seat previously held by former MP David Kiaraho, who was elected on a Jubilee ticket in the 2022 General Election.

    Nyandarua Interfaith Council warns politicians against incitement ahead of Ol-Kalou by-election
  5. The Standard

    You must stick in government and claim your rightful share,” Waiguru said.Speaking at two separate campaign rallies at Kaibaga and Mirangine, the second-term governor said she was optimistic voters in Ol Kalou would elect Muchina so as to continue with their late MP David Kiaraho

    Waiguru drums support for UDA's Muchina ahead of Ol Kalou by-election
  6. May 2026
  7. The Standard

    The party is fronting Muchina Nyaga, the late MP David Kiaraho's personal assistant, for the contest.Nyandarua Woman MP Faith Gitau who accompanied Muchina during presentation of his certificates to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), said that they have m

    UDA rallies support for Muchina Nyaga ahead of Ol Kalou by-election
  8. The Standard

    Audio By Vocalize‎ The Ol Kalou by-election slated for June 16, 2026, appears to have set the stage for yet another bruising battle between UDA and DCP.‎‎The race to replace the late MP David Kiaraho, who died after serving the constituency for three terms, is shaping up as a bat

    Battle lines drawn as Ol Kalou poll nominees present papers to IEBC
  9. The Standard

    Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria is leading the United Democratic Alliance’s (UDA) campaign to fill the Ol Kalou parliamentary seat left vacant by the death of David Kiaraho.

    Ol Kalou offers Gachagua, Kuria a new battle ring
  10. Capital News

    The by-election was triggered by the death of Ol Kalou MP David Kiaraho on March 29 while receiving treatment in Nairobi.

    IEBC to clear Ol Kalou By-Election Aspirants on May 25-26
  11. The Standard

    The by-election follows the death of MP David Kiaraho who was elected on Jubilee party ticket during the 2022 General Election.

    UDA, DCP gear for grueling battle in Ol Kalou by-election
  12. Capital News

    The seat fell vacant following the death of the area MP, David Kiaraho, who passed away on March 29, 2026.

    Gachagua Urges Massive Voter Turnout Ahead of Ol Kalou By-Election Nominations

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Grassroots movement raises funds for Olkalau MP aspirant's suit

    More than 2,800 supporters each contributed Ksh.10 to buy Olkalau MP aspirant Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru a suit for his swearing-in, after former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria allegedly referred to him as a chokoraa. Nyandarua Senator John Methu confirmed the fundraiser, which he described as turning a negative comment into community solidarity.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Olkalau MP aspirant's supporters crowdfund suit after derogatory remark

    More than 2,800 well-wishers each contributed Ksh.10 in a grassroots drive to buy Olkalau MP aspirant Sammy Douglas Kamau Waweru a suit for his swearing-in, after former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria allegedly referred to him as a chokoraa. Nyandarua Senator John Methu confirmed the development, saying the movement turned the insult into community support ahead of the election.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Nyandarua Interfaith Council cautions politicians on incitement before by-election

    The Nyandarua Interfaith Council has warned politicians campaigning in Ol-Kalou to avoid inflammatory statements and incitement ahead of the July 16 by-election, which will fill the seat vacated following the death of area MP Davidi Njuguna Kiaraho in April.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Waiguru urges Ol Kalou voters to elect UDA's Muchina

    Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has campaigned for UDA candidate Samuel Muchina in the forthcoming Ol Kalou by-election, urging voters to elect him to continue development and ensure the constituency receives its rightful share in government.

    10 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 25 May

  1. UDA fields Muchina Nyaga for Ol Kalou by-election July 2026

    The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) is backing Muchina Nyaga, the late MP David Kiaraho's personal assistant, for the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election scheduled for July 16, 2026. Nyandarua Woman MP Faith Gitau said the party has mobilised resources and the electorate to secure the seat.

    25 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 24 May

  1. Ol Kalou by-election shapes up as Ruto-Gachagua political showdown

    The Ol Kalou by-election scheduled for June 16, 2026, is setting the stage for a bruising battle between UDA and DCP as candidates present nomination papers to IEBC. UDA has nominated Muchina Nyaga, DCP is fronting former Ol Kalou town MCA Kamau Ngotho, and Jubilee Party has picked Eng Wilson Kigwa to contest the seat left vacant by the death of MP David Kiaraho.

    24 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 21 May

  1. UDA's Kuria campaigns for Ol Kalou vacant parliamentary seat

    Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria is leading the United Democratic Alliance's campaign to fill the Ol Kalou parliamentary seat left vacant by the death of David Kiaraho.

    21 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 20 May

  1. IEBC schedules Ol Kalou by-election candidate registration for May 25-26

    The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has set May 25 and 26, 2026 for candidate registration in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, scheduled for July 16. The by-election was triggered by the death of incumbent MP David Kiaraho on March 29.

    20 May 2026 · Capital News

Monday 11 May

  1. UDA and DCP nominees chosen for Ol Kalou by-election

    The ruling UDA party has nominated Muchina Nyaga, the late MP David Kiaraho's personal assistant, to contest the Ol Kalou by-election scheduled for July 6, while the opposition DCP has selected former town MCA Kamau Ngotho. The by-election was triggered by Kiaraho's death.

    11 May 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 9 May

  1. Gachagua urges DCP members to vote in Ol Kalou primaries

    Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has called on registered party members in Ol Kalou Constituency to turn out in large numbers for party primaries on Saturday to select the flag bearer for the July 16 by-election. Gachagua assured the exercise would be conducted freely and fairly, with security arrangements in place and party officials instructed to stay away to avoid interference.

    9 May 2026 · Capital News

  2. Samuel Nyagah wins UDA nomination for Ol'Kalou seat

    Samuel Nyagah has secured the UDA party nomination for the Ol'Kalou parliamentary seat with 3,221 votes, ahead of George Kanuri's 3,077 votes. He will represent UDA in the July 19 by-election following the death of area MP David Kiaraho.

    9 May 2026 · Capital News

  3. Muchina Nyaga wins Ol Kalou UDA nomination with 3221 votes

    The late Ol Kalou MP David Kiaraho's personal assistant, Muchina Nyaga, won the UDA party nomination for the seat, garnering 3221 votes ahead of eight other candidates. A by-election is scheduled for July.

    9 May 2026 · The Standard

Friday 8 May

  1. UDA holds nominations in Ol Kalau with ten candidates

    The ruling United Democratic Alliance party is holding nominations in Ol Kalau, where ten candidates are vying for the party ticket ahead of a parliamentary by-election set for July 16, 2026. The seat fell vacant following the death of David Kiaraho on March 29, 2026.

    8 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 4 May

  1. Ol Kalou by-election: nine UDA candidates compete for party nomination

    Following the death of MP David Kiaraho, nine United Democratic Alliance candidates will contest UDA nominations on May 9 in Ol Kalou Constituency, with the winner set to face the Democratic for the Citizen Party candidate. Among the aspirants are engineer Peter Mugo, educationist Ndung'u Wangenye, businessman George Wambugu, and NG-CDF manager Muchina Nyaga, among others.

    4 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 27 April

  1. UDA Sets May 9 Primaries for Ol Kalou By-Election Candidate

    Kenya's ruling United Democratic Alliance party scheduled party primaries for May 9 to pick its candidate for the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election in Nyandarua County. Aspirants must register online between April 27 and May 3, and pay nomination fees of Sh250,000 (or Sh125,000 if women, youth, or persons with disabilities).

    27 April 2026 · Capital News

Sunday 26 April

  1. IEBC sets July 16 for Ol Kalou by-election after MP death

    The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has scheduled July 16, 2026 for the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, following the death of MP David Kiaraho on March 29 and the Speaker's declaration of vacancy. Political parties must submit candidate names and primary dates by May 4.

    26 April 2026 · Capital News

  2. Ol Kalou by-election scheduled for July 16, 2026

    The IEBC has announced a by-election for Ol Kalou Constituency in Nyandarua County on July 16, 2026, following the death of MP David Kiaraho in March. Political parties must submit candidates by May 25–26.

    26 April 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 25 April

  1. Gachagua claims Ruto must pay people to attend Mt. Kenya meetings

    Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua alleged during a press conference in Mombasa that President William Ruto cannot hold organic political meetings in the Mt. Kenya region and must pay attendees to show up, citing an example from a recent burial event where he claimed the President brought 8,000 people and paid them 2,000 shillings each.

    25 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

David Kiaraho — Kenyan press coverage · Kenya Minute