The political landscape shifted following the November 27, 2025, by-elections, where results indicated a fierce contest between the country’s dominant political formations.
The outcomes reveal a consolidation of power for the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) in specific regions, matched by a spirited defence of strongholds by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM).
UDA demonstrated its reach by securing the highly contested Baringo Senate seat through Vincent Chemitei.
This victory was bolstered by notable success in the National Assembly, where the party added to its numbers.
Leonard Wamuthende triumphed in Mbeere North, while David Dakwa secured the Malava MP seat.
Furthermore, the party maintained its influence in the northern region with Maalim Hassan winning the Banissa constituency.
On the other side of the divide, ODM proved its machinery remains potent. The party swept key positions in its traditional bases, with Boyd Were winning the Kasipul parliamentary seat and Moses Omondi taking Ugunja. The coastal region also delivered for the orange party, as Harrison Kombe emerged victorious in Magarini.
However, the elections were not strictly a two-horse race. In a display of grassroots independence, Eric Wekesa defied the major party waves to clinch the Kabuchai MCA seat on an Independent ticket.
