The battle for Ol Kalou constituency is heating up, and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) is not taking any chances ahead of the July 16, 2026 by-election.
In a bold and calculated move, the ruling party has unveiled a strong campaign team made up of both national heavyweights and grassroots mobilizers, signaling just how crucial this seat has become in the country’s shifting political landscape.
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Leading the charge are seasoned political figures including former Trade Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria and Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano.
They are joined by Nyandarua Woman Representative Faith Gitau and Kinangop MP Kwenya Thuku, forming a team carefully structured to cover both strategy and ground operations.
The campaign plan is already taking shape, with Kuria and Miano expected to coordinate activities from Nairobi while ensuring the government’s development agenda is aligned with the campaign.
On the ground, Gitau and Thuku are tasked with energizing the electorate, building support networks, and keeping the party machinery active across Ol Kalou.
As the race intensifies, UDA is walking a tightrope by maintaining neutrality ahead of its nominations scheduled for May 9, 2026.
With several aspirants eyeing the party ticket, the leadership appears keen to avoid internal divisions that could weaken its chances in the main contest.
In what could significantly sway voters, Roads Principal Secretary Joseph Mbugua has already moved to fast-track key infrastructure projects in the constituency.
Plans are underway to upgrade major road networks linking several areas within Ol Kalou, with procurement processes set to begin immediately and contractors expected on site before the end of May.
There are also fresh efforts to expand electricity access to underserved villages, a move likely to resonate strongly with residents.
The by-election comes following the death of former MP David Kiaraho, who had clinched the seat in 2022 on a Jubilee Party ticket against the prevailing political tide.
His absence has now opened the door to a fierce political showdown.
Meanwhile, the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), linked to former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, is also mobilizing its base, setting the stage for a high-stakes contest that could reshape Nyandarua’s political direction.
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