The IEBC has suspended the Migwani Ward by-election following a court order.
The commission has halted the Kitui County electoral process following a 30-day court order, with the petition hearing scheduled for November 11.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has suspended the Migwani Ward by-election following a High Court order. The order halts the electoral process in the Kitui County ward for 30 days.
In a public notice, the commission linked the suspension to interim conservatory orders issued on October 22. The Kitui High Court issued the orders in Constitutional Petition E011 of 2026.
Court order halts Migwani Ward by-election
Francis Musili Kauta filed the petition against the IEBC and three other respondents. The affected ward falls within Mwingi West Constituency in Kitui County.
Meanwhile, the court has scheduled the petition hearing for November 11, 2026. The commission said the interim orders would remain in force for 30 days pending the hearing.
IEBC to issue further updates
Following the suspension, the IEBC asked members of the public and all stakeholders to note the development. It also said it would communicate further updates through its official channels.
