The Commission highlighted several challenges that informed the decision, including the absence of Commissioners between January 2023 and July 2025, which delayed policy decisions and approval of the Boundary Review Operations Plan (BROP).
By David AbonyoCourt papers urge that a temporary order be issued stopping the Commission from conducting any elections or referenda without first reviewing the number, names, and boundaries of electoral units.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe stalemate leaves 27 constituencies, including Voi, Wundanyi, Mwatate, Galole, Bura, Isiolo South, Samburu East, Laisamis, North Horr, Saku, Kilome, Mukurweini, Mbeere North, Mathioya, Ndaragwa, Budalang’i, Vihiga, Othaya, Kangema, Marakwet East, Keiyo North, Tetu, Mogotio, Lamu East, Lamu West, and Mvita, in uncertainty.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe law requires the review to be undertaken at least once every eight years and not later than the twelfth year. The deadline passed in March 2024, leaving the commission out of time.
By Maureen Kinyanjui