By Brian Kiprono - Reporter
Kenya, December 4 2025 - The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has set in motion a fresh round of grassroots elections, marking a significant moment for thousands of supporters who have been waiting for the party’s internal restructuring to reach their counties.
In a statement issued on Thursday, National Elections Board (NEB) Chair Anthony Mwaura confirmed that polling centre elections for the remaining 20 counties will take place on 10 January 2026. The announcement followed a joint meeting between the party’s National Executive Committee and the NEB, chaired by Deputy Party Leader, Prof Kithure Kindiki.
For many aspirants, the long-awaited process begins almost immediately. Registration officially opens on 4 December 2025 at midday, when online portals will go live, and will remain accessible until 23 December at 5pm. The NEB’s notice, also issued on Thursday, marks the formal launch of the election cycle.
Candidates will have a short but intense campaign period that stretches through the festive season—an unusual but unavoidable timeline for those keen to secure grassroots positions. The party hopes this will energise local networks ahead of the polls.
The elections will be held in: Baringo, Bomet, Elgeyo Marakwet, Kericho, Nakuru, Nandi, Trans Nzoia, Uasin Gishu, Samburu, Embu, Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Laikipia, Meru, Murang’a, Nyandarua, Nyeri, Tharaka-Nithi, Kakamega, and Vihiga.
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The exercise is part of UDA’s ongoing effort to strengthen internal democracy and prepare a structured leadership framework as the 2027 General Election draws closer. Party officials say that revitalising county and ward-level leadership will be key to sharpening mobilisation and ensuring members have a direct say in shaping party direction.
Mwaura noted that additional details, including polling procedures, dispute-resolution mechanisms, and county-specific arrangements, will be communicated in the coming days.
For now, attention turns to the aspirants who must quickly assemble teams, navigate the holiday season, and reach their supporters before the January vote. As one party official remarked, the grassroots election is not just an administrative exercise, but “a chance for members to rebuild trust, participate actively, and shape the party from the ground up.”
