Kakamega Deputy Governor Ayub Savula has announced his support for United Democratic Alliance candidate David Ndakwa in the Malava parliamentary contest, abandoning the Democratic Action Party of Kenya and its nominee, Seth Panyako. The second deputy party leader cited broad-based government cooperation as justification for backing the Kenya Kwanza coalition representative, criticizing party leader Eugene Wamalwa and first deputy George Natembeya for internal disputes that allegedly damaged Panyako's prospects during the campaign period.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission authorized nine candidates for the November 27 ballot following the February death of incumbent legislator Malulu Injendi. Two aspirants have withdrawn to consolidate opposition backing behind Panyako, while Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale campaigns for the DAP-K candidate despite his UDA affiliation. Governor Fernandes Barasa previously joined efforts promoting Ndakwa under the governing coalition framework.
The contest serves as a preview of alignment patterns among Luhya political figures ahead of the 2027 national elections.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission authorized nine candidates for the November 27 ballot following the February death of incumbent legislator Malulu Injendi. Two aspirants have withdrawn to consolidate opposition backing behind Panyako, while Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale campaigns for the DAP-K candidate despite his UDA affiliation. Governor Fernandes Barasa previously joined efforts promoting Ndakwa under the governing coalition framework.
The contest serves as a preview of alignment patterns among Luhya political figures ahead of the 2027 national elections.
