Kenya's President Extends Party Hopping
President Mwai Kibaki has approved a bill that will give parliamentarians an additional two weeks to switch parties, despite criticism from civil society groups and the International Centre for Policy and Conflict.
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Kenyan MPs Extend Party Hopping Deadline
- Author:
- Francis Gachuri/Citizen
- Publisher:
- Francis Gachuri/Citizen
- Publication Date:
- 27 December 2012
Members of Parliament have extended the period during which they can change parties. see more »
InFocus
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As general elections draw nearer, Kenyan politics has taken a turn towards further party hopping as various politicians consider switching sides. Read more »
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Parliament has passed the Elections Act Amendment Bill, allowing politicians to change parties at will until January 4th, 2013. Read more »
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