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The IEBC finalizes the list of candidates for the February 26 by-elections, setting the stage for a fierce political battle in Mbeere North and Isiolo South.

The stage is set for a high-stakes mini-poll as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) officially closes the candidate registration dossier for the upcoming by-elections slated for February 26, 2026.
After two days of intense vetting, paperwork, and political posturing, the electoral body has cleared a slate of candidates to battle for the vacant seats in Mbeere North and Isiolo South constituencies, as well as several wards. The conclusion of this exercise marks the firing of the starting gun for a frantic 30-day campaign period that promises to test the political temperature of the country.
In Mbeere North, the race has narrowed down to a titanic clash of coalitions. The ruling UDA party has fielded heavyweights, while the opposition is banking on local dynamics to pull an upset. The clearance process was not without drama, with several independent candidates facing hurdles over symbol selection and compliance with the stringent Chapter Six integrity requirements.
"We have verified all documents and we are satisfied," said the Returning Officer at the Siakago tallying center. "Now the ball is in the court of the politicians. We expect a campaign devoid of violence."
Behind the scenes, the IEBC logistics machine is whirring into life. Ballot papers are being designed, Kiems kits are being serviced, and thousands of poll officials are being recruited. After the contested 2022 polls, the Commission knows it is under the microscope. Every process, from registration to the final tally, must be transparent to rebuild public trust.
As the candidates hit the campaign trail, the message to the voters is simple: this is your chance to hire your representative. Choose wisely, for the consequences of a bad choice will last for the remainder of the term.
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