David Keter has secured the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party ticket to contest for the Emurua Dikirr Member of Parliament seat following the death of Johanna Ng’eno.
Keter, popularly known as “Dollarline,” emerged as the party’s preferred candidate after internal selection processes, positioning him as a key contender in the upcoming by-election in Emurua Dikirr.
The seat fell vacant after the passing of Johanna Ng’eno, whose tenure had been marked by a strong political presence in the region. His death triggered the need for a by-election, drawing interest from multiple political players seeking to control the constituency.
By clinching the UDA ticket, Keter now carries the backing of the ruling party, which is expected to heavily invest in retaining the seat as part of its broader political strategy.
The Emurua Dikirr contest is shaping up to be closely watched, not only because of the vacancy left by Ng’eno but also due to the region’s political significance in Narok County and the wider Rift Valley.
Observers note that the by-election will serve as a test of party strength on the ground, with UDA aiming to consolidate its influence while opposition groups are likely to field strong candidates to challenge the ruling party.
Congratulations David Keter aka Dollarline on your victory in yesterday’s UDA party nominations in Emurua Dikirr Constituency.
You have our unqualified support as you carry the party’s flag into the by-election.
We commend Bernard Ng’eno aka Buluu for running a strong campaign,… pic.twitter.com/kIKqWSiQl8
— William Samoei Ruto, PhD (@WilliamsRuto) March 28, 2026
Campaigns are expected to intensify in the coming weeks as candidates seek to win over voters in the constituency, with key issues likely to revolve around development, representation, and continuity following Ng’eno’s leadership.
The electoral body is expected to announce official timelines for the by-election, setting the stage for what could become a politically significant race in the region.
