Cash distribution by MP Zaheer Jhanda sparks backlash

Videos showing the member of parliament for Nyaribari Chache Constituency Zaheer Jhanda distributing money to residents have sparked strong reactions among Kenyans. Many say the move undermines the dignity of citizens and weakens voters’ freedom to make independent decisions. Jhanda insists he dishes out money out of magnanimity. Civil society organizations are now calling on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to intervene, regulate such incidents, and halt early campaigning.