Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) president Nelson Havi has strongly criticised the conduct of the recently concluded Malava and Mbeere North by-elections, describing them as neither free nor fair. Speaking on a political talk show on Monday, December 1, 2025, Havi highlighted blatant irregularities, voter manipulation, and misuse of state power during the mini-polls. He described the situation in Mbeere as humiliating, citing instances where voters were given small gifts in exchange for their support.