IEBC Selection Panel Stories
The IEBC Selection Panel has been accused of bias and political favouritism, claiming the panel has "deliberately shortlisted individuals with clear p...
He insisted that educating the public on their rights and electoral duties must be a central part of IEBC's operations.
The alterations, made just days before the scheduled interviews, have drawn widespread criticism and prompted questions regarding the integrity of the...
Lawyer Kigen, who has served as Ruto’s personal advocate for years, Mdivo, who heads the UDA Electoral Disputes Resolution Committee, and Nyachae, a c...
Wanjao said the often stormy relationships among commissioners could be attributed to personality clashes and recommended that the commission’s identi...
The process, which started Thursday, will run until April 25, 2025, with candidates appearing before the panel according to a pre-arranged schedule.
He said the IEBC commissioners and the chairperson should be fully involved in critical activities like voter registration and boundary reviews, as th...
Panel Chair Nelson Makanda said they had received numerous complaints and supporting documents detailing allegations against Asembo.
His comment reflected a growing call for reforms aimed at reducing political alienation and promoting a more inclusive political environment in the co...
She stressed the need for continuous engagement between the IEBC, Parliament and other stakeholders to address legislative gaps.
Amadi stressed that leadership at the IEBC requires a balance of firmness and teamwork to ensure the institution functions smoothly.
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...
They termed the omission of young candidates as a clear violation of constitutional provisions that promote inclusivity, fair representation and equal...
The deadline for memoranda submissions concerning the chairperson’s position is March 19, 2025, by 5 pm (EAT), while those for member positions must b...
IEBC confirmed that Kenya's voter register is now 98% clean and accurate, following a thorough audit
Makanda reassured the public that the panel is working within the set timelines and remains committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process.
He also noted that he resigned as Ruto’s advisor because he believes a credible IEBC is essential for the country’s future stability.
Lawyer Apollo Mboya, who lodged the petition, argues that the appointment is unlawful as Oloo also serves as an advisor to the president.
The constitution mandates that the review process should be concluded at least 12 months before a general election.
The selection panel chair Nelson Makanda said for the next 85 days or less, they will ensure that they deliver on their mandate.
