Kenyan Senator's Seat Declared Vacant After Party Expulsion

Kenya's Senate Declares Senator Gloria Orwoba's Seat Vacant Nairobi, Kenya – In a significant development in Kenyan politics, the Senate has declared the seat held by Senator Gloria Orwoba vacant. This decision follows the official notification by the Secretary-General of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party, informing the Senate Speaker of Senator Orwoba's expulsion from the party. The Speaker, in a formal reading, confirmed the vacancy, stating that the seat was declared vacant with effect from Wednesday, May 24th, 2025. "Pursuant to the provisions of Article 101(2) of the Constitution and Section 63 and 37 of the Elections Act, I have notified the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the political party concerned of the vacancy arising in the office of a Member of the Senate," the Senate Speaker stated in the video. This action has immediate ramifications for the UDA party and the political landscape of the Senate. The vacancy will trigger a by-election, further shaping the balance of power in the Kenyan legislature. The declaration underscores the importance of party discipline and the legal processes governing senatorial seats in Kenya. The upcoming by-election will be closely watched as it could significantly impact the political dynamics in the Senate.