Newton Kariuki
Newton Kariuki, popularly known as Karish, is a Kenyan musician who recently emerged in the political arena as the opposition candidate for the Mbeere North parliamentary by-election. His candidacy has sparked controversy due to questions regarding his eligibility, as he has not formally resigned from the Devolution Empowerment Party, under which he was elected as an MCA in 2022. This situation has raised concerns about the opposition's strategy and its impact on the upcoming election.
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The Muminji and Evurore ward seats were declared vacant after their MCAs, Newton Kariuki and Duncan Mbui, resigned to contest and subsequently lost the Mbeere North parliamentary seat.
Violence claims and low turnout mark Isiolo, Kakamega mini-polls
Kenya· 2026-02-26
He was the sitting Member of the County Assembly for Muminji who resigned to contest the parliamentary by-election.
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Gachagua has been headlining Newton Kariuki, alias Karish, campaigns since November 16.
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Newton Kariuki, also known as Karish, is a popular musician and the opposition candidate for the Mbeere North parliamentary by-election.
Questions emerge on eligibility of opposition candidate in by-electionKenya· 2025-09-18