The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party in Kenya has rescheduled its Mombasa ward-level elections to October 8, after initially setting the date for October 3. According to a notice signed by UDA National Elections Board (NEB) chairman Anthony Mwaura, voting will take place between 8am and 5pm. The decision to postpone the elections was attributed to President William Ruto's ongoing development tour of the Coast and other official engagements in the region.
President Ruto's week-long tour of the Coast includes inspections and launches of several government projects and programmes, focusing on infrastructure, housing, and other development initiatives. The tour coincides with preparations for the groundbreaking of the Sh2 trillion Dangote East Africa Refinery in Lamu. As part of its efforts to strengthen party structures ahead of the 2027 General Election, UDA has been stepping up grassroots activities, including the ward elections to fill grassroots positions and reinforce its organisational network across Mombasa County.
The five-day adjustment provides candidates and party officials with additional time to prepare for the exercise. UDA members, party leaders, and other stakeholders in Mombasa were informed of the revised election schedule. The NEB asked polling centre officials who are also contesting for ward-level positions to take note of the new date and make necessary preparations. The change applies to the ward-level elections in Mombasa County, with polling scheduled to begin at 8am and close at 5pm.
The UDA party has been working to enhance its grassroots presence in Mombasa County. The ward elections are a crucial part of this effort, allowing the party to fill key positions and strengthen its organisational structure. By participating in these elections, party members will have the opportunity to contribute to the selection of their local leaders. The UDA National Elections Board is responsible for overseeing the electoral process.
The postponement of the Mombasa ward elections is not expected to affect the overall preparations for the 2027 General Election. UDA is one of the leading political parties in Kenya, and its efforts to strengthen its grassroots structures are being closely watched. The party's National Elections Board has assured stakeholders that the electoral process will be conducted in a fair and transparent manner.
President Ruto's development tour of the Coast is part of his efforts to promote economic growth and development in the region. The tour includes visits to various projects and programmes, highlighting the government's commitment to improving the lives of Kenyans. The President's engagements in Mombasa County are expected to have a positive impact on the local community.
The UDA party's decision to postpone the Mombasa ward elections to October 8 demonstrates its commitment to ensuring a smooth and successful electoral process. The party's leadership has assured stakeholders that the elections will be conducted in accordance with the applicable arrangements. The outcome of the elections will be closely watched, as it will have implications for the party's future prospects in Mombasa County.
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- The UDA party has postponed its Mombasa ward-level elections to October 8, citing President Ruto's ongoing Coast tour and other official engagements.
