West Pokot Senator John Lonyangapuo yesterday welcomed the decision by the IEBC to bar hopefuls and incumbents from contributing in harambees, saying it amounts to voter bribery. The IEBC has issued a directive urging those who are running for political seats to stop contributing in harambees from Thursday. Lonyangapuo, however, said harambees have helped develop this country and urged the directive be re-examined in the future so it does not undermine development. “Women have helped boost our economy through small businesses. We need to support them so they can expand them,” Lonyangapuo said.

Source: The Star December 05, 2016 23:20 UTC