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IEBC calls for immediate appointment of new commissioners
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 06, 2025

IEBC confirmed that Kenya's voter register is now 98% clean and accurate, following a thorough audit

Oswago, Amadi and Nyachae among 37 individuals in race for IEBC chairperson role
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 06, 2025

Dr. Nelson Makanda, Chairperson of the Selection Panel, confirmed that 37 individuals are in the race for the top position, while 1,319 others have be...

IEBC chair position attracts more men, only six women apply
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 06, 2025

Makanda reassured the public that the panel is working within the set timelines and remains committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process.

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.

Audit Report: IEBC cannot account for 200 missing KIEMS kits
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 26, 2025

KIEMS kits are equipped with software for results transmission and contain biometric voter data, making their disappearance a potential security risk.

Chebukati battled brain cancer, underwent 2 surgeries before fatal cardiac arrest, family reveals
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 24, 2025

Nyongesa dismissed rumours that had circulated on social media alleging that Chebukati had been clinically dead before his passing.

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...

Wafula Chebukati's life and career from law, politics to the helm of IEBC
Barack Oduor  |  Feb 21, 2025

Chebukati will be remembered for declaring President William Ruto the winner of the 2022 knife-edge presidential election contest that later resulted...

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.

Over 300 Kenyans apply for IEBC commissioner positions ahead of April deadline
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 11, 2025

IEBC selection panel chairperson Nelson Makanda said the panel expects to complete the process by April 25, when it will submit the names of the nomin...

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.

Petition seeks to bar panel from recruiting IEBC chairman, commissioners
Joseph Ndunda  |  Feb 05, 2025

The activists argue that the panel's composition and operations raise serious concerns, particularly that political parties have dominated and are lea...

Supreme Court to determine fate of 27 constituencies ahead of 2027 polls
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 02, 2025

At least 27 constituencies that do not meet the new threshold of 164,000 people risk being scrapped before the 2027 elections.

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.

Dr. Nelson Makanda picked as chairperson for IEBC Selection Panel
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 31, 2025

The panel is tasked with selecting the next team of seven IEBC commissioners within 85 days.

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...

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