The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced that voters in Muminji and Evurore wards in Embu County, West Kabras ward in Kakamega County, and Isiolo South Constituency will go to the polls on February 26, 2026, in four by-elections. The Isiolo South seat became vacant on November 12 …
Read More »Gachagua: Elders Threatened Over Votes in Mbeere North
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused state officials and local leaders of intimidating thousands of elderly voters during the recent Mbeere North by-election. In an interview on Wednesday, Gachagua claimed that senior citizens enrolled in the Inua Jamii cash transfer program were threatened with the withdrawal of their government …
Read More »Gideon Moi: Why I Withdrew from Baringo Senate Race
Kanu party chairman Gideon Moi has revealed details behind his unexpected decision to withdraw from the Baringo Senate race, saying it followed personal assurances from President William Ruto that key development projects in the county would be revived. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking on Friday, October 10, …
Read More »IEBC Announces Temporary Jobs Ahead of By-Elections
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has opened applications for temporary jobs to facilitate upcoming by-election exercises. In a notice issued Friday, the commission invited Kenyans to apply for the roles of voter registration clerks and by-election poll officials. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Voter registration clerks …
Read More »IEBC Begins Continuous Voter Registration Ahead of 2027 Polls
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) on September 29, 2025 rolled out the continuous voter registration exercise as part of preparations for the 2027 General Election. The exercise was officially launched in Kajiado County and will be extended to all other counties. Voter registration had last been halted in …
Read More »IEBC Prepares for Crucial November By-Elections
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has reiterated its pledge to deliver free, fair, and transparent by-elections scheduled for November 27, 2025. Chairperson Edung Ethekon gave the assurance on Thursday while meeting gazetted Returning Officers and staff during a planning session to assess preparedness and logistics. Click here to …
Read More »IEBC Gazettes Gloria Orwoba’s Replacement After Expulsion from UDA
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has gazetted Consolata Nabwire as the new nominated Senator, officially replacing Gloria Orwoba in a move that makes political history. In a notice dated August 15, the commission confirmed Nabwire’s appointment, bringing Orwoba’s three-year stay in the Senate to an abrupt end. She …
Read More »IEBC Warns Politicians Against Undermining Public Trust in Elections
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has urged political leaders to refrain from making statements that could erode public confidence in Kenya’s electoral system. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a statement released on Sunday, the commission raised alarm over recent comments suggesting possible election rigging, calling …
Read More »Kalonzo Accuses Ruto of Partisanship After Nomination of Erastus Ethekon as IEBC Chair
Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has criticized President William Ruto for partisanship in his nomination of the new Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairman and members. Musyoka’s remarks followed President Ruto’s selection of Erastus Ethekon as the next IEBC chairperson. According to Musyoka, the decision undermines public trust and …
Read More »IEBC Selection Panel Wraps Up Interviews as Attention Turns to President Ruto
The panel responsible for selecting the next chairperson and six commissioners of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has completed its interview process, shifting the spotlight to President William Ruto. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Chaired by Nelson Makanda, the panel concluded its interviews on April 25 …
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