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Why tough times await Wetang'ula after shocking defeat in by-elections

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula casts his vote at Namakhele Primary School in Chwele–Kabuchai Ward on Nov 27, 2025. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard]

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is facing one of the toughest moments of his political career after suffering a humiliating defeat in the Chwele–Kabuchai Ward by-election. 

Political analysts and the former Bungoma Senator's opponents say the upset has put his influence and bargaining power at serious risk.

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