2027 elections Stories

Will ex-CJ Maraga’s presidential dream excite Kenyans? Observers give their take
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 31, 2025

Maraga, who has been toying with the idea of moving to the House on the Hill following support from Gen Z, the country’s youngest voters and aggressiv...

EU, poll observers warn of risks in slow election planning
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 26, 2025

EU Ambassador to Kenya Henriette Geiger pointed out that with no IEBC commissioners currently in office, key tasks such as boundary delimitation and p...

Gusii elders back Matiang’i to vie for presidency in 2027 elections
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 20, 2025

Despite the endorsements and growing speculation, Matiang’i has maintained a low profile since leaving office and has not publicly declared his presid...

ELOG renews push for voter register audit amid fraud allegations
Charles Adinda  |  Mar 19, 2025

ELOG's renewed push follows recent claims by Royal Media Founder SK Macharia, who alleged voter fraud in previous elections, including the 2022 Genera...

Ruto: Judge me by my work in 2027, not today’s promises
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 14, 2025

He stressed the importance of hard work and his commitment to fulfilling his constitutional duties.

Kenyans in diaspora demand more polling stations, electoral reforms ahead of 2027 polls
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 11, 2025

They argued that increasing funding to the State Department for Diaspora Affairs will facilitate voter registration, mobile consular services and addi...

Talanta Hela Stadium to be Kenya's largest sports arena upon completion
Erick Kariuki  |  Mar 11, 2025

The construction of this stadium marks a new history as it has been 45 years since Kenya built a stadium of such magnitude.

Gachagua: GEMA a force to reckon with in deciding Kenya’s next government
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Mar 02, 2025

Gachagua's remarks come amid growing speculation about his political future and recent overtures to opposition figures.

New Bill seeks to freeze government spending, hiring before elections
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 24, 2025

If passed, the law will also halt payments exceeding Sh50 million, tightening financial controls to prevent last-minute spending by outgoing administr...

Why little progress in Kenya's preparedness for 2027 polls worries observer missions
Barack Oduor  |  Feb 22, 2025

Also in limbo due to the budget cuts are voter education, delimitation of boundaries, medical insurance of IEBC staff, construction of offices and fue...

Delays in hiring new IEBC commissioners put creation of new constituencies in doubt
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 30, 2025

Wetang'ula urged MPs to rally behind the IEBC once the new commissioners are in place, as their role is critical in maintaining the integrity of the e...

IEBC selection panel urged to prioritise public interest, resist undue influence
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 27, 2025

The CJ highlighted the importance of their role in strengthening Kenya’s democracy and safeguarding the credibility of future elections.

Karua says Sh1,000 ID fee will hinder jobless youths' participation in 2027 polls
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 27, 2025

Karua also criticised the President for what she termed as a disregard for the Constitution he swore to protect.

Former DP Gachagua accuses Ruto of intentionally sabotaging reconstitution of IEBC ahead of 2027 polls
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 13, 2025

Gachagua said some leaders had lost the moral authority to call out bad behaviour due to their repeated vulgar statements in public platforms.

ODM decries impact of delays in appointing IEBC selection panel as wait for by-elections continues
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 11, 2025

The delay has hindered the recruitment of the seven commissioners essential for facilitating elections across the country.

Sifuna: ODM is focused on clinching power, has no deal with UDA on 2027 elections
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 09, 2025

While some ODM members have voiced their views on potential coalitions, Sifuna stressed that it is Odinga who will chart the course.

Over half of Kenyans lack confidence in IEBC, Infotrak survey shows
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 16, 2024

Regionally, the survey found Nairobi and Nyanza led in distrust toward the IEBC, with 59 per cent of respondents in each region expressing scepticism.

Kenyans back Justice Isaac Lenaola's call for quick reconstitution of IEBC
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 08, 2024

Lenaola questioned how Parliament could focus on passing other laws while neglecting what he termed as a critical issue for the nation.

Government will respect autonomy of independent state institutions, says Kindiki
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Dec 04, 2024

The Deputy President highlighted the importance of institutional autonomy in ensuring fair and impartial justice.

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