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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...

Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa dismisses call to extend his tenure
Amina Wako  |  Feb 18, 2025

His remarks come amid growing calls within Zanu-PF to amend the constitution to allow him to remain in power until 2030.

UDA to hold second phase of grassroots elections in April 2025
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 13, 2025

Elections in the remaining counties of Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, Isiolo, Taita Taveta, Kwale, Mombasa, Kilifi, Lamu, and Tana River will be h...

Prof Oloo defends IEBC role, says he resigned from Ruto’s advisory team
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 12, 2025

He also noted that he resigned as Ruto’s advisor because he believes a credible IEBC is essential for the country’s future stability.

Modi's party wins election in New Delhi after 27 years out of power
Reuters  |  Feb 09, 2025

Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party won 48 of the 70 seats in the Delhi capital district.

Lawyer wants Prof Adams Oloo barred from IEBC selection panel over conflict of interest
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 06, 2025

Lawyer Apollo Mboya, who lodged the petition, argues that the appointment is unlawful as Oloo also serves as an advisor to the president.

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.

Uchaguzi Platform calls for fairness in IEBC commissioner appointments
Barack Oduor  |  Jan 31, 2025

They urged the selection panel to expedite the recruitment process to ensure it is completed within the set deadlines.

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...

National ID project in Somalia unrelated to elections, authority says
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 27, 2025

Abdiwali dismissed any concerns about election interference, stating that the government's focus extends beyond just the upcoming elections.

IEBC selection panel faces impartiality scrutiny over closeness to Ruto, Raila
Barack Oduor  |  Jan 27, 2025

Prof Oloo was in the team that brokered a truce between President Ruto and the ODM leader, leading to opposition politicians joining the Kenya Kwanza...

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.

Ruto appoints fresh faces to IEBC selection panel, replacing earlier picks
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 27, 2025

The new panel will be responsible for overseeing the recruitment of nominees for the positions of chairperson and commissioners of the IEBC.

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.

Tundu Lissu: Tanzania President Samia Suluhu's likely challenger in October polls
Barack Oduor  |  Jan 23, 2025

In October, Chadema will get another opportunity when Tanzanian voters go to the polls to elect their president and members of parliament.

Djibouti's Foreign Minister refutes claims of stepping down in African Union Commission race
Mary Wambui  |  Jan 22, 2025

Mahmoud is scheduled to travel to Tanzania tomorrow and later to Senegal, where he shall be seeking support for his bid.

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.

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