Machakos gets ready for senatorial by-election

Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka speaks during a political rally at Katangi in Machakos County on March 12, 2021. [Photo: John Muia, Standard]

The by-election contest has narrowed down to three candidates and analysts say the mini poll will be a litmus test for the county's political bigwigs.

Stakes are high as different camps rush to make their final submissions to the voters after nearly 10 weeks of political campaigns in the county’s eight constituencies.