Kajiado: Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) has unveiled its candidate for the Purko ward upcoming by-elections to be held on November 27, 2025. Speaking during the unveiling at the party’s headquarters in Kajiado town, DCP party leader Rigathi Gachagua expressed confidence that Simon Sanare Saidimu will secure the seat and provide the party with the victory they are aiming for.

According to Kenya News Agency, the decision to endorse Sanare as the party’s candidate for the Member of County Assembly seat was reached through consensus after a meeting with Maasai elders from Purko ward. Gachagua highlighted Sanare’s leadership qualities and dedication to representing the interests of his community, asserting that he is committed to people-centric issues and will stand firmly for the rights of his constituents.

Gachagua stated, “He is deeply committed to people-centric issues, and we are confident that his candidature will lead our party to the victory we are aspiring for in Purko Ward, Kajiado Central Constituency, Kajiado County.” On his part, Sanare expressed gratitude to the party and conveyed his confidence in winning the seat.

The Purko Member of County Assembly seat became vacant following the death of Simon Saitoti in March 2025 due to a brief illness. Sanare will compete against Amos Mpusia, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate, and Daniel Naikuni, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) candidate. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) plans to conduct all by-elections countrywide on November 27, 2025.