National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has congratulated the winners of the November 27, 2025, by-elections, urging leaders to prioritise national cohesion even as political competition intensifies.

In a message shared on X on November 28, 2025, he stated, “Congratulations to all victorious candidates in the bye elections. May our democracy flourish forever. We have a cardinal duty to protect our national unity and cohesion as we move towards the 1st world stage.”

His call comes after a high-stakes electoral exercise overseen by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), which conducted polls in one Senate seat, six parliamentary seats, and 15 county assembly wards. The elections drew 181 candidates, with some areas recording up to 45 percent voter turnout.

ODM, UDA and independent candidates make key gains

In Kasipul Constituency, ODM’s Boyd Ongondo Were was declared the winner after securing 16,819 votes against independent candidate Philip Nashon Aroko’s 8,476 votes.

Returning Officer Rebecca Abwaku announced the results on November 28, 2025, marking the end of a competitive race that featured 10 candidates.

The IEBC thanked voters and officials for their commitment, stating, “The Commission would like to thank our voters and stakeholders for their participation and support in the #27thNovByelections,” and added, “IEBC would also like to recognise and appreciate our election officials for their dedication, hard work and professionalism throughout the planning and conduct of these by-elections.”

In Mumbuni North Ward, Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka celebrated Anthony Kisoi’s victory, noting, “Congratulations to Anthony Kisoi on your well-deserved victory in the Mumbuni North Ward by-election…” and adding, “This win is more than a personal triumph; it is a clear reaffirmation of the values our Wiper Party holds dear: peace, integrity, humility, and service to all.”

Parties preparations for 2027

Ugunja Constituency saw ODM’s Moses Omondi lead with 9,227 votes, followed by Wiper’s Orodi Odhiambo and UDM’s Fredrick Ochiel. Several other candidates trailed in the multi-party race.

In Chwele/Kabuchai Ward, independent candidate Erick Wekesa won with 6,162 votes, ahead of Ford Kenya’s Vincent Wekesa Maunda, with the remaining contenders registering minimal tallies.

Other results across the country included Douglas Masikonde of the Democratic Congress Party taking the Narok Town MCA seat, UDA’s Chemitei winning the Baringo Senate race, and additional victories by ODM’s Harrison Kombe in Magarini, UDA’s Hassan in Banissa, UDA’s Leo Wamuthende in Mbeere North, and UDA’s David Ndakwa in Malava.

UDA also secured several ward seats in Chesumei, Samburu North, Turkana’s Lake Zone, Nanaam, and Purko in Kajiado. The IEBC reported largely smooth conduct despite isolated clashes in places like Malava and Kasipul.