Kakamega MCA David Ndakwa Clinches UDA Ticket for Malava By‑Election

In a decisive victory for the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA), Kenya Lawmakers Association member and Kakamega County Assembly Member David Ndakwa secured the party’s nomination for the upcoming Malava Constituency parliamentary by‑election, defeating several contenders — including the son of the late MP Malulu Injendi. Ndakwa garnered 6,477 votes, while Ryan Injendi, the late MP’s son, trailed with 3,783 votes.
The nomination process, conducted on September 20, 2025, was praised for leveraging electronic voting, which UDA officials said enhanced transparency and efficiency. With the ticket now secured, Ndakwa emerges as the frontrunner ahead of the November 27 by‑election in Malava, following the passing of the former legislator. He is expected to resign his MCA seat before his formal nomination by UDA. The outcome sets the stage for a heated contest, pitting Ndakwa against opposition candidates such as Seth Panyako (DAP‑K) and Edgar Busiega (DCP).
Reactions from the UDA camp celebrated the victory as a strong show of grassroots support and organisational discipline. Conversely, Injendi’s camp has hinted at alleged irregularities in the nomination process, and injuries during the exercise tied to the contest’s intensity. The result underscores the volatile and competitive nature of Western Kenya’s political terrain ahead of 2027.
Looking ahead, Ndakwa must now pivot from internal party battles to broader constituency outreach and coalition‑building to secure the seat. Crucially, how he manages the transition — his resignation from the county assembly, consolidation of his support base, and messaging to Malava voters — will influence his prospects in the by‑election and signal UDA’s strength in the region.