The Centre for Multiparty Democracy (CMD-Kenya) now says political parties are to blame for misconduct witnessed in various by-elections. Executive Director Frankline Mukwanja said political parties are supposed to be vehicles that ensure good governance of a country. In a statement to the newsroom, Mukwanja said it is therefore a paradox that the parties have serious challenges as they showcased in the Thursday by-elections. Mukwanja argued that to that extent, the informality or lack of professionalism in political parties is the cause of public concern and not consistent to peacebuilding within and between political parties. Mukwanja said acts of intimidation and political violence are unacceptable in a democracy, and those responsible for instigating such violence should be brought to justice.

Source: The Star March 05, 2021 14:03 UTC