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IEBC admits slow voter registration, pledges expanded access after by-elections
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 04, 2025

IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon said the current figure of newly registered voters remains below expectations but expressed confidence that mass regi...

Jubilee Party to IEBC: Use by-elections to restore public trust ahead of 2027 polls
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 04, 2025

Kioni said the by-elections will not only be about measuring the strengths and popularity of political parties but also how well the IEBC is prepared...

IEBC clears 56 candidates for November 27 by-elections
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 04, 2025

In the National Assembly contests, six constituencies are set for heated races with a total of 50 candidates entering the fray. Magarini leads with te...

Over 90,000 Kenyans register as new voters, with Nairobi, Kiambu topping the list
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

The statistics show Nairobi County is leading with 16,512 new registrations and 5,388 transfers, followed by Kiambu with 9,917 new registrations and 1...

IEBC warns Parliament against rushed electoral reforms ahead of 2027 General Election
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 02, 2025

The warning comes as legislators race to enact three key Bills from the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report before the next election cycle.

IEBC publishes list of nominated candidates, polling stations ahead of by-elections
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 01, 2025

Citizens are encouraged to check their registration status, locate their polling centres, and understand the voting process well in advance.

Court declines to halt Banisa by-election, orders expedited hearing
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 30, 2025

The Banisa parliamentary seat fell vacant following the death of MP Kullow Maalim Hassan in April 2024, prompting IEBC to schedule a by-election.

Petitioner seeks court order to suspend IEBC’s 2027 General Election activities amid claims of legal irregularities
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 29, 2025

The petitioner argues that the commission's current activities are being undertaken under a flawed legal and governance framework that may render the...

IEBC unveils tough new rules for recalling underperforming MCAs
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 29, 2025

The rigorous requirements indicate that only petitions with substantial backing and strong evidence will move forward, limiting frivolous or political...

PSC warns civil servants to steer clear of politics ahead of by-elections
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 25, 2025

Officers intending to run for elective positions were reminded to comply with the law requiring them to resign within seven days of the announcement o...

Pathologist tells court Kilifi IEBC official died from severe head injuries
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 23, 2025

According to the pathologist’s report, Aisha’s death resulted from a violent assault, with no further medical procedures performed on her body after h...

Parliament to fast-track electoral laws ahead of 2027 polls, says Wetang’ula
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 23, 2025

Wetang’ula emphasised the need to rebuild confidence in the electoral body, urging the new commissioners to engage openly with the public and demonstr...

ELOG flags slow voter registration, warns progress lagging far behind 2027 target
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 15, 2025

ELOG warns that the overall progress remains far below expectations even as the IEBC targets to register 6.3 million new voters ahead of the 2027 Gene...

IEBC unveils nomination dispute framework ahead of November by-elections
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 11, 2025

According to the guidelines, campaigns will run between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm daily and are expected to conclude on Monday, November 24, 2025, two days...

Over 20,000 Kenyans register as voter registration drive picks up nationwide
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 10, 2025

While Nairobi, Mombasa and Kiambu lead the country in voter numbers, turnout among the targeted youth remains lower than expected.

IEBC clears candidates, opens campaigns for November by-elections
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 10, 2025

Campaigns are set to run from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm daily and will officially conclude on Monday, November 24, 48 hours before the polling day.

Voter registration in Mombasa marred by weak network, slow biometric systems
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 09, 2025

What began as a smooth morning exercise quickly turned chaotic as the internet repeatedly disconnected, forcing officials to restart machines and queu...

ELOG urges IEBC to protect voter data, boost registration access
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 08, 2025

During the first week of registration, IEBC data showed that 7,048 new voters were registered, 259 voters transferred their registration, and eight up...

Data Commissioner Immaculate Kassait updates parliament on electoral compliance
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 08, 2025

The session, led by Omondi Caroli, focused on how the commissioner ensures the protection of voter information and the accountability of institutions...

Voter sues IEBC over suspension of registration in Embakasi North
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 07, 2025

According to the petition, the IEBC's blanket suspension of voter registration in the entire constituency contravenes Article 38(3) of the Constitutio...

UN assesses Kenya’s election readiness as government promises integrity in 2027 polls
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 06, 2025

The UN Mission is in Kenya following a request from the IEBC, which last month sought an independent evaluation of the country’s electoral environment...

Saboti MP Caleb Amisi: Youths must register as voters or stop complaining
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 06, 2025

The youthful legislator expressed concern over the low turnout being reported across the country, warning that the future of Kenya depends on the yout...

Lamu, Nyamira, Samburu record lowest voter registration numbers in ongoing IEBC Drive
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 06, 2025

Counties across the country are showing varied participation, with Nairobi City leading with 1,597 new registrations.

Nairobi leaders launch initiative to rally youths to register as voters ahead of 2027 polls
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 04, 2025

They noted that their rallies will be targeting the Generation Z who have been yearning for change in different spheres of leadership in the country

Jubilee opts out of Kariobangi North by-election, backs Wiper candidate
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 04, 2025

Jubilee’s decision is being viewed as part of broader efforts by opposition parties to strengthen their electoral strategy by avoiding internal compet...

Over 7,000 Kenyans register in first four days as IEBC launches new biometric system
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 04, 2025

Political observers and parties are already paying close attention to the progress of the exercise, viewing it as a crucial step as the country prepar...

Activist petitions IEBC to prove security of election systems amid spyware, AI threats
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 01, 2025

The petitioner, Laban Omusundi, wants the commission to outline a comprehensive cybersecurity framework within 60 days to safeguard electoral technolo...

‘Change begins with us’: Young Kenyans embrace voter registration to challenge failed leadership
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 29, 2025

Simon Mutua believes registering to vote is the first step toward fixing the problems in his neighbourhood, where poor roads and inadequate sanitation...

Kenyans urged to trust new IEBC team as commission unveils measures for transparent 2027 vote
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 29, 2025

Commissioner Alutalala Mukhwana said scepticism over electoral processes has deep historical roots and cannot be attributed solely to the current team...

IEBC resumes voter registration as political heavyweights eye 2027 General Election
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 29, 2025

IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon has previously said the registration drive aims to expand Kenya’s voter base from the current 22.1 million to include...

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