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Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election

2026-04-262026-06-15

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  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Meanwhile, the opposition announced that it will field a single candidate to face the UDA candidate in the upcoming Ol Kalou by-election scheduled for July 16.

    Opposition defends Uhuru, accuses Ruto of failing to address cost of living
  3. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, JUN 3 — The United Alternative Government has resolved to field a single candidate in the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election scheduled for July 16, 2026.

    United opposition to back single candidate in Ol Kalou By-election
  4. Citizen Digital

    In a statement issued on Tuesday, the opposition coalition led by Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka also rejected the Finance Bill 2026 in its current form and announced plans to field a single, jointly backed candidate in the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election.

    Kalonzo: Ruto regime hiding truth on Ebola, punishing Kenyans with Finance Bill 2026
  5. May 2026
  6. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeUDA Secretary General Hassan Omar issues the nomination certificate to Samuel Muchina Nyagah for Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election.

    UDA rallies support for Muchina Nyaga ahead of Ol Kalou by-election
  7. Capital News

    Turning to the upcoming Ol Kalou by-election, Gachagua urged residents, especially young people, not to sell their identity cards, accusing the ruling side of attempting to manipulate the electoral process.

    Gachagua Insists Opposition Will Front Single Presidential Candidate Against Ruto
  8. April 2026
  9. Citizen Digital

    Gachagua cancels London trip to oversee DCP nominations for Ol Kalou by-election By Citizen Reporter April 29, 2026 09:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Ri

    Gachagua cancels London trip to oversee DCP nominations for Ol Kalou by-election
  10. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 27-The ruling United Democratic Alliance has scheduled party primaries for May 9 to pick its candidate for the forthcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election.

    UDA Sets May 9 Primaries for Ol Kalou MP By-Election Candidate
  11. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya Apr 26 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has set July 16 as the date for the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election.

    IEBC Sets July 16 for Ol Kalou By-Election after MP Kiaraho’s Death

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

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Opposition MPs defend Uhuru, say Ruto should focus on cost of living

    Opposition legislators from UDA, Wiper and Jubilee parties have defended retired President Uhuru Kenyatta against attacks from the UDA party, accusing President William Ruto of running out of options to improve Kenyans' lives and revive the economy instead of engaging in political exchanges with his predecessor.

    3 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Opposition coalition to field single candidate in Ol Kalou by-election

    The United Alternative Government has resolved to back a single candidate in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election scheduled for July 16, 2026, using scientific surveys and opinion polling to select the most viable contender. The seat fell vacant following the death of MP David Njuguna on March 29, 2026, and the IEBC has cleared nine candidates to contest.

    3 June 2026 · Capital News

  3. UAG demands transparency on Ebola deals, rejects Finance Bill 2026

    The United Alternative Government opposition coalition, led by Kalonzo Musyoka, has called for immediate publication of all agreements and protocols related to Kenya's Ebola response, accusing the Ruto administration of secrecy. The coalition also rejected the Finance Bill 2026 in its current form and announced plans to field a jointly backed candidate in the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election.

    3 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

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

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

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Gachagua reaffirms opposition unity, pledges single presidential candidate

    Democratic Congress Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has reaffirmed that the United Opposition will present a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the next general election, insisting the coalition remains intact despite claims of internal divisions. Gachagua said all aspirants have agreed to support whoever wins the nomination process and that he is personally ready to step aside if another contender is selected.

    6 May 2026 · Capital News

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Gachagua cancels London trip for Ol Kalou by-election preparations

    Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party, cancelled a planned London trip in May to oversee DCP nominations for the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election scheduled for July 16. The by-election was called after Ol Kalou MP David Njuguna Kiaraho died on March 29.

    29 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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

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