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Vincent Rotich

Vincent Rotich — Democracy for the Citizens Party candidate in the May 2026 Emurua Dikirr parliamentary by-election.

2026-05-112026-08-21

In coverage

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  1. August 2026
  2. Capital News

    In a letter dated August 20, Gachagua said he would visit the constituency following an invitation by DCP candidate Vincent Rotich, who contested in the May 14 by-election.

    Gachagua demands security guarantee ahead of Emurua Dikirr visit
  3. The Standard

    have been recorded on videos, shared online, and reported by the mainstream and social media, that my entourage and I should not set foot in Emurua Dikirr,” Gachagua wrote.Gachagua said he plans to visit the Narok County constituency on invitation by DCP candidate Vincent Rotich

    Gachagua warns of Homa Bay-style chaos in Emurua Dikirr
  4. May 2026
  5. The Standard

    While UDA retained the seat with David Keter garnering 62 per cent, Vincent Rotich (DCP), 37 per cent, does appear to have fractured UDA’s political monopoly in a Rift constituency historically aligned to William Ruto.Taken together, these three recent developments offer a wake-u

    UDA owes Kenyans an apology over remarks made in the Senate
  6. Citizen Digital

    The five candidates cleared by the IEBC are Vincent Rotich of DCP, David Keter of UDA, Desma Cherono of PNU, Gideon Koech of NVPK and Kenneth Kiprono of RLP.

    Voting begins in Emurua Dikirr constituency, Porro and Endo wards
  7. Citizen Digital

    The five candidates cleared by the IEBC are Vincent Rotich of DCP, David Keter of UDA, Desma Cherono of PNU, Gideon Koech of NVPK and Kenneth Kiprono of RLP.

    Emurua Dikirr By-Election: IEBC all ready as voters prepare to elect new MP
  8. Capital News

    The Emurua Dikirr parliamentary race is expected to be a closely contested battle between UDA candidate David Keter and Vincent Rotich of the Democracy for the Citizens Party.

    IEBC Confirms Readiness for Emurua Dikirr, Porro and Endo By-Elections
  9. The Standard

    David Keter of UDA and Vincent Rotich of DCP, who are the leading contenders, staged massive rallies for the parliamentary seat left vacant by the death of Johana Ngeno.

    Emurua Dikirr by-election gathers momentum as campaigns reach fever pitch
  10. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeDCP Candidate Vincent Rotich makes his final pitch at Changina trading center near Emurua Dikirr town on May 11, 2026.

    All eyes on IEBC as campaigns close ahead of Emurua Dikirr by-election
  11. Capital News

    UDA has fronted David Keter as its candidate, while DCP has endorsed former Mogondo MCA Vincent Rotich.

    IEBC Receives Ballot Papers Ahead of May 14 By-Elections in Three Wards
  12. The Standard

    as since attracted intense political interest and is shaping up into a fierce contest between the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP).UDA has fronted David Keter as its candidate while DCP is backing former Mogondo MCA Vincent Rotich

    IEBC receives election materials ahead of Emurua Dikirr and ward by-elections
Politics

Gachagua seeks security guarantee for Emurua Dikirr visit

The News

Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has written to the Inspector General of Police requesting a security guarantee ahead of a planned visit to Emurua Dikirr Constituency on Friday. Gachagua claims the current MP David Kipsang Keter and others have issued threats against his visit, and alleges Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo financed mobilisation to cause chaos.

18 hours ago · Capital News

Yesterday

  1. Gachagua seeks security guarantee for Emurua Dikirr visit

    Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has written to the Inspector General of Police requesting a security guarantee ahead of a planned visit to Emurua Dikirr Constituency on Friday. Gachagua claims the current MP David Kipsang Keter and others have issued threats against his visit, and alleges Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo financed mobilisation to cause chaos.

    18 hours ago · Capital News

  2. Gachagua warns of Homa Bay-style violence threat in Emurua Dikirr

    Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused Emurua Dikirr MP David Kipsang Keter and government officials of threatening violence ahead of his planned visit to the constituency on August 21, warning that disruptions could surpass recent Homa Bay violence where one person died and dozens were injured.

    20 August 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 16 May

  1. UDA senator's degrading remarks to student warrant party discipline

    An opinion piece argues that United Democratic Alliance-nominated Senator Karen Nyamu should face party disciplinary action for remarks made to a minor during a Senate civic education visit on 25 March, citing violations of Chapter Six and the Children Act. Over 1,700 people have petitioned UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar to invoke party mechanisms and issue a formal public censure.

    16 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 14 May

  1. Voting begins in Emurua Dikirr, Porro, and Endo by-elections

    Voters in Emurua Dikirr constituency in Narok County are choosing a new Member of Parliament following the death of MP Johana Ng'eno in a helicopter crash on February 28, 2026. By-elections are also being held for the Porro Ward MCA seat in Narok and Endo Ward MCA seat in Elgeyo Marakwet, which fell vacant following the deaths of Patrick Lerte and Jeremiah Biwott respectively.

    14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Emurua Dikirr by-election scheduled; IEBC completes material distribution

    The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has distributed ballot boxes and election materials to 94 polling stations across Emurua Dikirr Constituency ahead of a Thursday by-election to fill the seat left vacant by the death of MP Johanna Ngeno in a plane crash in February. Five candidates are contesting the election, in which 44,353 registered voters are expected to participate across four wards.

    13 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. IEBC confirms readiness for Emurua Dikirr and ward by-elections

    The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission says it has finalized preparations for Thursday's by-elections in Emurua Dikirr Constituency and Porro and Endo wards, with all election materials dispatched, polling stations to open at 6:00 a.m. and close at 5:00 p.m., and election officials trained on professionalism and integrity.

    13 May 2026 · Capital News

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Emurua Dikirr by-election campaigns intensify ahead of Thursday poll

    UDA's David Keter and DCP's Vincent Rotich held final campaign rallies ahead of Thursday's parliamentary by-election for the seat left vacant by Johana Ngeno's death. The contest is seen as determining the political influence of President William Ruto and former deputy Rigathi Gachagua in the Rift Valley.

    12 May 2026 · The Standard

  2. Emurua Dikirr by-election campaigns end amid UDA-DCP rivalry

    Campaigns for the Emurua Dikirr by-election closed on Tuesday, 48 hours before voting on Thursday, with five candidates competing. The election, triggered by the death of MP Johana Ngeno in a helicopter crash, is being framed as a political battle between President William Ruto and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, with their respective candidates — David Keter (UDA) and Vincent Rotich (DCP) — making final appeals to voters.

    12 May 2026 · The Standard

Monday 11 May

  1. IEBC receives ballot papers for May 14 by-elections

    The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission received ballot papers and statutory election forms for May 14, 2026 by-elections in Emurua Dikirr Constituency and Porro and Endo wards, with materials now in secure storage ahead of distribution to polling stations.

    11 May 2026 · Capital News

  2. IEBC receives ballot papers for three May 2026 by-elections

    The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has received ballot papers and statutory election forms for by-elections scheduled for May 14, 2026, in Emurua Dikirr Constituency in Narok County, Porro Ward in Samburu County, and Endo Ward in Elgeyo Marakwet County. The materials arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Monday and have been transported to secure storage ahead of distribution to polling stations.

    11 May 2026 · The Standard

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