UDA wins Mbeere North By-Elections

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has swept all three by-elections held on Thursday, clinching victories in Mbeere North Constituency and Kabras Ward.

In Mbeere North Constituency, UDA candidates secured two crucial ward seats in tightly contested races.

In Evurori Ward, UDA’s Duncan Muratia was elected Member of County Assembly (MCA) after garnering 7,853 votes. His closest rival, Albert Muchira of the Democratic Party (DP), trailed far behind with 1,940 votes, underscoring UDA’s commanding lead in the ward.

Meanwhile, in Muminji Ward, UDA’s Peterson Njeru emerged victorious after securing 3,201 votes in the by-election. Boniface Ngari of the DEB Party finished second with 2,232 votes.

In Kabras Ward, UDA’s Elphas Shalakha clinched the MCA seat after garnering 3,317 votes.

He defeated Bramwel Khaemba of the Democratic Congress Party (DCP), who came in second with 2,640 votes. George Musini of the National Economic Development Party (NEDP) settled for third place with 199 votes.

The Kabras contest was closely watched as a test of party strength in Western Kenya, with UDA’s victory marking a significant inroad in the region.