IEBC reconstitution Stories

Survey reveals political interference, corruption as top concerns for IEBC
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

The issue of corruption has resurfaced following the IEBC's budget estimate of Sh61 billion for the 2027 elections.

MPs in desperate move to save NG-CDF as law experts term attempt futile
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 17, 2025

Chepkonga explained that the proposed amendments aim to safeguard the funds' role in promoting public participation in identifying development project...

Kuppet top officials to serve beyond 60 years after age limit scrapped
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 16, 2025

The amendments, which take effect on January 1, 2026, have sparked controversy, with critics accusing national officials of entrenching themselves in...

President Ruto fights to stay in office as activists seek his ouster over abuse of power
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 04, 2025

The petition, filed by 13 activists and the Kenya Bora Tuitakayo Citizens Association, accuses him of incompetence and gross misconduct.

Teachers object to Kuppet constitutional amendments, cite lack of consultations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 27, 2025

The teachers claim that the proposed changes were introduced without sufficient consultation with the union's members.

IEBC admits boundary review unlikely before 2027 polls
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 01, 2025

The constitution mandates that the review process should be concluded at least 12 months before a general election.

Search for next IEBC chairperson, commissioners kicks off
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 01, 2025

The selection panel chair Nelson Makanda said for the next 85 days or less, they will ensure that they deliver on their mandate.

EACC says Sh2.9 billion in corrupt assets recovered after high-impact investigations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 28, 2025

One of the most pressing concerns raised by the EACC is the inadequacy of the legal and institutional framework for implementing Chapter Six of the Co...

Wiper Party threatens nationwide demonstrations over IEBC reconstitution
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 22, 2025

Additionally, the party said it plans to hold nationwide recruitment rallies to promote the issuance of national identity cards and encourage voter re...

Somalia's ex-President Mohamed Farmaajo warns of political instability, urges dialogue to address political tensions
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 21, 2025

The former President highlighted the dangers of unilateral actions, particularly in relation to constitutional amendments and electoral processes.

LSK President Faith Odhiambo calls on Judiciary to resolve IEBC standoff
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 14, 2025

LSK President Faith Odhiambo described the prolonged delay as a "ticking time bomb" that threatens the country's constitutional and democratic stabili...

Kenya abductions: The powerful legal shields citizens and courts can use – Expert
The Conversation  |  Jan 13, 2025

As the courts have made clear, the government cannot use national security as a justification to violate people's fundamental rights.

Trade unions registrar rejects Kuppet’s proposal to have its officials retire at 65
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 09, 2025

The decision by the registrar also follows objections from union members on both procedural and substantive grounds.

Bill seeks to allow citizenship for Africans in diaspora with Kenyan roots
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 05, 2025

Applicants must provide proof of Kenyan descent, a clean criminal record, and a genetic genealogy test conducted by Kenyan authorities.

Maraga condemns abductions of Kenyans, urges adherence to the rule of law
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 30, 2024

The former Chief Justice stressed that 2025 should be a year of accountability, especially for those who caused suffering in 2024.

IEBC Amendment Act nullified over flawed public participation process
Joseph Ndunda  |  Dec 13, 2024

Busia Senator Okiya Omtata had petitioned the High Court to declare the amendments unconstitutional because they were made without the involvement of...

PS Bitok: State to hasten processing of dual citizenship requests for Kenyan diaspora
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 13, 2024

The PS noted that the policy aims to encourage those who migrated abroad and acquired other nationalities to invest more in Kenya.

UDA calls for withdrawal of Azimio court case blocking IEBC reconstitution
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 11, 2024

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka rejected allegations from the government that his litigation case was causing the delay.

PLO Lumumba seeks meeting with CJ Koome over alleged graft in Judiciary
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 09, 2024

Lumumba referenced claims by lawyer Ahmednasir Abdullahi, who alleged that some judicial officers demand financial or other inducements to render favo...

Court rules forced religious adherence unconstitutional in case challenging Atheists' registration
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 08, 2024

The decision came as Justice Mugambi dismissed a petition filed by Dr. Stephen Ndicho, who challenged the registration of the Atheists in Kenya Societ...

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