The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has announced that it will conduct its grassroots elections on April 11 and 12, 2025 across 22 counties.
In a statement on Monday, March 10, UDA Chairperson Cecily Mbarire said the party settled for the dates following a meeting by the party’s National Steering Committee and the National Elections Board.
According to Mbarire, the party has already successfully conducted elections in five counties and is now preparing for the next phase.
The upcoming elections will take place in Bungoma, Garissa, Isiolo, Kajiado, Kilifi, Kisii, Kisumu, Kitui, Kwale, Lamu, Machakos, Makueni, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, Migori, Mombasa, Nyamira, Siaya, Taita Taveta, Tana River and Turkana counties.
"In these counties, 113,800 candidates have so far registered to contest. The registration for candidates is now open and will remain available until Friday, March 21st, 2025, at midnight. Interested members can register through our online portal UDA.ke," the statement read.
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Mbarire emphasized the significance of grassroots elections in strengthening democracy and ensuring local leadership is accountable and representative.
"Grassroots elections are vital in ensuring that the voices of our communities are heard and represented. By empowering local leaders, we cultivate a leadership that is not only responsive but also accountable to the people," UDA stated.
Additionally, to ensure smooth and transparent elections, Mbarire revealed that the party has invested in digital election technology.
"We have procured over 10,000 gadgets to ensure that the elections are conducted seamlessly through a digital electronic framework that will ensure the election is open, free, fair, and with instantaneous results at poll closure," the statement added.
As such, Mbarire has urged all party members to take part in the electoral process to shape the future of democracy in the country.
"Join us in this important electoral process and help shape the future of our democracy. Together, we can ensure that every voice is represented, and every community has the leadership it deserves," the statement concluded.
