UDA's David Kipsang Keter won the Emurua Dikir parliamentary by-election on May 14, 2026, with 18,266 votes (62.3%), defeating DCP's Vincent Kibet Rotich who garnered 10,760 votes (36.7%). The by-election was triggered by the death of former MP Johana Ngeno.
Final Results
| # | Candidate | Party | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DAVID KIPSANG KETER | UDA | 18,266 | 62.3% |
| 2 | VINCENT KIBET ROTICH | DCP | 10,760 | 36.7% |
| 3 | GIDEON KOECH | NVP | 190 | 0.6% |
| 4 | CHERONO DESMA | PNU | 80 | 0.3% |
| 5 | KIPRONOH ROTICH | RLP | 62 | 0.2% |
| Total Valid Votes | 29,358 | |||
| Rejected Ballots | 180 | |||
| Registered Voters | 44,353 | |||
| Voter Turnout | 67% | |||
Analysis
While UDA won Emurua Dikir comfortably, the result carries an important subplot: DCP's 36.7% showing in a Rift Valley constituency — UDA's traditional heartland — demonstrated that the party can compete outside Mt. Kenya.
Emurua Dikir is in Narok County, a Maasai-majority area that has historically leaned towards the ruling party. UDA's margin of 7,506 votes was decisive but not overwhelming, especially given that the constituency was considered a safe UDA seat.
Key Takeaways
- UDA holds Rift Valley — but not without challenge. DCP's 37% shows opposition can gain ground even in UDA strongholds.
- High turnout (67%) suggests voters were engaged and motivated, indicating genuine competition.
- Three-candidate dominance — the other three candidates combined for less than 1.1%, making this a clear two-horse race.
All election data sourced from official IEBC Form 35A and Form 35B results published on the IEBC Forms Portal. This analysis is based on the official declaration by the Constituency Returning Officer on 15 May 2026.
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