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The CA has indicated that it is working closely with the IEBC and telecommunications companies to establish which polling stations lack 3G and 4G coverage and ensure the identified locations receive network services
The November 6 deadline is the second major date in the IEBC's schedule for political parties. The first required parties to submit the names of their authorised officials and specimen signatures to the commission by October 15.
In the ruling, the judge granted conservatory orders barring further action in the recruitment exercise until the matter is heard by both parties on November 17.
In a decision announced on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, the electoral agency ruled that Omar had violated the Electoral Code of Conduct through remarks delivered at a political gathering in Mombasa on September 11.
Murkomen said the security operations would be guided by political neutrality, professionalism, accountability and respect for human rights.
In a notice published by the electoral commission, the candidates are scheduled to attend interviews on November 12 and 13, 2026, at times allocated to each applicant.
The senators want the relevant agencies to explain the steps they are taking to prevent a repeat of such incidents as political activity gathers pace ahead of the 2027 elections.
The National Assembly said the legislation seeks to introduce several changes to the electoral framework, including requiring the voters’ register to be available for inspection at all times, except during designated periods before an election or referendum.
The dispute emerged on Thursday when the National Assembly’s Delegated Legislation Committee questioned officials from IEBC over how the proposed regulations were developed and why MPs had not been directly involved before the proposals were gazetted.
Kenya’s new election campaign financing regulations, designed to tighten controls on political donations and campaign spending, have come under scrutiny from lawmakers who raised concerns about expenditure limits, population-based allocations and public participation.
The contract covers the supply, delivery, installation, testing, commissioning, support and maintenance of the Integrated Electoral Management System (IEMS), as well as the hardware and accessories required to operate it.
The Public Procurement Administrative Review Board rejected applications by Leading Edge Limited and Westend Limited in decisions issued on October 14, allowing the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to continue with both procurement processes.
The directive is among the administrative requirements political parties must fulfil under the IEBC’s election timetable as the country prepares for the August 10, 2027 General Election.
The penalties are contained in the Election Offences (Amendment) Bill 2024, which is due for consideration at the committee stage in the National Assembly this week.
The Commission is seeking both State and non-state organisations that work with the four groups and want to partner in its outreach programmes to register at their respective IEBC county offices by Friday, October 30 at 5pm.
Muturi said the claims raised serious questions about Kenya’s electoral integrity and sovereignty, and urged the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to summon Murkomen to clarify what he meant.
Kalonzo alleged that campaigners had taken several items to voters, among them wheelbarrows, mattresses, gas and a boat.
The figure marks a sharp increase from the Sh685 million spent in the previous financial year, representing an additional Sh574 million in expenses
The National Assembly will resume sittings on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 for the second part of its fifth session, with electoral reforms expected to take priority.
The commission said the enhanced continuous voter registration (ECVR) exercise will be conducted in Mbeere North Constituency, Malava Constituency, Emurua Dikirr Constituency, Porro Ward in Samburu West Constituency, and Endo Ward in Marakwet East Constituency.
The legislator criticized the government's inaction despite repeated audit reports flagging the existence of fictitious learners and schools.
The petition, which details three major grounds for the recall, accuses Passaris of ineffective representation, abuse of public trust, and exploiting her office for partisan objectives.
Havi criticized Parliament for failing to pass clear legislation to facilitate the implementation of the recall clause, which is enshrined in the Constitution.
Van Megen underscored the need for meaningful engagement between the state and its young population, describing dialogue as the most effective way to restore calm and justice in a democratic society.
President William Ruto signed the IEBC (Amendment) Bill, 2024 into law on July 9, 2024, which allowed for fresh appointments.
The commission admitted the legal deadline for reviewing boundaries had already lapsed, but maintained that skipping the exercise would undermine the credibility of the election.
UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar said the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) had adopted and ratified the decision by the Disciplinary Committee to expel the senator with immediate effect.
The legislators challenged critics of the list to mobilize their allies for a parliamentary contest instead of raising objections outside the chamber.
Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula, said the vetting process will start as soon as Parliament resumes its sittings.
Kalonzo Musyoka criticized the recent IEBC nominations, claiming they have resulted in an institution that lacks public trust.