Political activity in Kasipul has entered a tense and uncertain phase after UDA officials from the area chose to openly support independent candidate Philip Aroko instead of the ODM candidate Boyd Were. Their decision, made just days before the November 27 by-election, has shifted the mood of the campaigns and created confusion among voters who
Violence erupted in Kasipul during campaigns for the November 27 by-election, leaving two people dead and several others injured. The incident took place in Opondo, Central Kasipul, when unknown assailants stormed a campaign meeting, attacked attendees, destroyed property, and fired gunshots. Residents and campaign staff fled in panic as the situation escalated. Supporters of ODM
The people of Kasipul are still in shock following the violent clashes that left two of Philip Aroko’s supporters dead just weeks before the November 27 by-election. What was supposed to be a peaceful campaign period has turned into a scene of fear and blame, with both Aroko and ODM candidate Boyd Were accusing each