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The Ol Kalou by-election was marred by allegations of voter bribery, intimidation and political interference, with rival camps calling for investigations into claims of cash handouts.
As residents of Ol Kalou in Nyandarau County, head to the polls today, it is not clear whether the by-election outcome will reflect the will of voters, a report has established.
Kenya Human Rights Commission calls on IEBC to administer independent, impartial and transparent Ol Kalou by-election on Thursday; campaigns marred with violence and voter bribery.
Widespread voter bribery in Kenya witnessed at Ol Kalou elections reflects deeper structural problem of poverty, inequality and transactional politics.
The NCCK has urged the IEBC to curb voter bribery and implement campaign finance reforms ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that money is undermining Kenya's democracy.
The Ol Kalou by-election has been overshadowed by allegations of voter inducement, misuse of public resources and intensified government project rollouts.
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