Chaos and violence rocked the parliamentary polls in Matungu and Kabuchai constituencies; and London and Kiamokama wards in Nakuru and Kisii respectively. Several people, including leaders were injured, teargassed and other arrested for allegedly planning to cause chaos or bribe voters. “Acts of intimidation and political violence are unacceptable in a democracy and those responsible for instigating such violence should be brought to book,” CMD Executive director Frankline Mukwanja said. “Political parties are supposed to be vehicles that ensure good governance of a country. “To that extent, the informality or lack of professionalism in political parties is a cause of public concern and not consistent to peace building within and between political parties,” he said.

Source: The Star March 05, 2021 11:26 UTC