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Race for IEBC seats heats up as candidates face vetting panel
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 28, 2025

The vetting exercise comes at a crucial time as the country seeks to reform the electoral body ahead of future elections. The selection panel is expec...

IEBC commissioner interviews begin today after selection panel shortlists 105 candidates
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 27, 2025

The process, which started Thursday, will run until April 25, 2025, with candidates appearing before the panel according to a pre-arranged schedule.

IEBC chair hopeful Asembo says Kenyans need a more accessible, responsive commission
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 26, 2025

He said the IEBC commissioners and the chairperson should be fully involved in critical activities like voter registration and boundary reviews, as th...

IEBC chair hopeful Asembo faces tough queries over fraud claims, disciplinary cases as advocate
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 26, 2025

Panel Chair Nelson Makanda said they had received numerous complaints and supporting documents detailing allegations against Asembo.

Ngwele pledges to tackle voter apathy during interviews for IEBC chair
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 25, 2025

Ngwele stressed that this issue needs immediate attention, as it directly impacts the legitimacy and inclusiveness of the electoral process.

IEBC interviews: Ngwele defends his financial management record amid audit queries
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

However, Ngwele assured the panel that if appointed IEBC chairperson, he would use his policy formulation and oversight skills to ensure proper financ...

Ngwele: I stood firm against political pressure and will extend the same at IEBC
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

Ngwele stated that the experience reinforced his commitment to upholding the law, conflict resolution, and political management. He said his ability t...

New IEBC chairperson to take home Sh990,000 monthly salary
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 25, 2025

This salary package includes a basic salary of Sh594,000, a house allowance of Sh200,000, and a market adjustment allowance of Sh196,000.

Francis Kissinger: I was not fired by Judiciary, this is why I left
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

Addressing past investigations linked to his tenure, he explained that scrutiny arose over a court project that was mistakenly believed to have been a...

Gender rule: IEBC Chair candidate Kissinger calls for inclusive and fair party primaries
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 25, 2025

Kissinger acknowledged that political parties play a crucial role in the election cycle as they are the commission's biggest stakeholders.

Francis Kissinger roots for operationalisation of IEBC Fund to ensure sustainability of electoral process
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 25, 2025

Kissinger said his main priority was the creation of a dedicated IEBC Fund, which he emphasized as critical for the sustainability of the electoral pr...

IEBC chair candidate Ethekon vows to prioritise accountability, transparency in public funds
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

Ethekon said his first step as chair would be to review past audit reports to identify existing weaknesses and implement corrective measures.

IEBC chair candidate Ethekon vows to tackle voter challenges in remote areas
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

Ethekon, who identifies as a member of a marginalised community, said his leadership would focus on making the electoral system more inclusive.

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.

Nyachae: Pragmatic approach needed to foster greater trust in Kenya's electoral process
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 24, 2025

His comment reflected a growing call for reforms aimed at reducing political alienation and promoting a more inclusive political environment in the co...

Amadi denies involvement in gold scam, calls allegations malicious
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Mar 24, 2025

Amadi explained that she had resigned from the law firm at the centre of the gold scam back in 2014 and had no involvement with the firm or its operat...

Amadi’s IEBC plan: Fix electoral laws, cut costs, reduce polling stations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

She stressed the need for continuous engagement between the IEBC, Parliament and other stakeholders to address legislative gaps.

Anne Amadi defends her readiness for high-pressure IEBC chairperson role
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

Amadi stressed that leadership at the IEBC requires a balance of firmness and teamwork to ensure the institution functions smoothly.

Magistrate Lorot defends his record as he expresses readiness to be IEBC chair
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

The IEBC selection panel, chaired by Dr Nelson Makanda, is currently interviewing 11 shortlisted candidates for the chairperson’s position.

IEBC selection panel begins interviews to pick new chairperson, 6 commissioners
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 24, 2025

A petition filed by the lobby group Operation Linda Jamii seeks to bar Nyachae and Mdivo from the selection process, arguing that they currently hold...

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