Former IEBC chief executive said responsibility for ensuring parties comply with the law should not be placed entirely on the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, especially when dealing with political financing and voter bribery.
By Chrispho OwuorIn a statement on Sunday, IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon said the commission had not received evidence from any individual, group or organisation to support the claims.
By Samuel OtienoOtieno said voters would be able to monitor, record and share results from their respective polling stations on election night, allowing Kenyans to establish the direction of the presidential contest before the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) completes the formal tally
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking to Radio Generation on Thursday, Baraza questioned why presidential results took longer to reach the national tallying centre compared with results for other elective positions.
By Chrispho OwuorIEBC vice chairperson Fahima Abdallah said the commission is working with relevant institutions to tackle the legal and technological issues that must be resolved before online voting can become possible.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking on Radio Generation on Monday, Oketch said many young Kenyans move to towns and cities in search of jobs but remain registered to vote in their home counties, leaving some unable to afford the cost of travelling back on election day.
By David Abonyo“Your agent is supposed to be your eyes at the polling station,” Kinyanjui said during an interview on Radio Generation on Monday.
By David AbonyoSpeaking during a Radio Generation interview on Tuesday, Maloba said democratic competition can favour politicians who are able to attract large crowds and communicate popular messages, even when other individuals may possess greater technical expertise
By Chrispho OwuorThe gazettement formally establishes August 10, 2027, as the date for the presidential, parliamentary and county-level elections.
By Samuel OtienoSpeaking during a church service in Kapsengere, Nandi County, Mudavadi said Ruto is ready to face his opponents at the ballot and will respect the will of the people.
By Samuel OtienoThe former CS called on Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to move swiftly to establish what happened and identify those behind the incident.
By Bradley BosireThe DCP leader said the matter required a fair taxation framework that would take into account the significant contribution of diaspora remittances to Kenya’s economy.
By Bradley BosireRuto represented the then Eldoret North constituency for three terms before leaving Parliament to become deputy president in 2013. Sudi was elected to represent Kapseret in the same year and has since established himself as a major political figure in the Rift Valley.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) had put forward a budget of Sh61.7 billion for the 2027 elections. Parliament later cut the allocation to Sh57.3 billion.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe candidate registration portal opened on Thursday, September 3, and will remain open until Friday, September 18, at 5pm.
By Bradley BosireThe figure marks a sharp increase from the Sh685 million spent in the previous financial year, representing an additional Sh574 million in expenses
By Bradley BosireThe Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja said training remains at the centre of police reforms and is key to building a disciplined and professional service capable of responding to the country’s changing security needs.
By Chrispho OwuorSpeaking during a Radio Generation interview on Wednesday, Mokua said the credibility of the election would depend not only on technology and funding but also on whether Kenyans understand and trust the systems that will be used to conduct the poll
By Chrispho OwuorNational Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) Commission Secretary and CEO Daniel Giti said the country cannot wait until election day to address issues that could trigger conflict.
By Bradley BosireNCIC says the initiative will chart a path towards unity, peace and peaceful political participation ahead of the 2027 General Election
By Chrispho OwuorThe clarification comes after years of legal uncertainty over academic qualifications for elective office. The issue became particularly contentious before the 2022 General Election after Parliament introduced provisions requiring certain candidates to hold university degrees
By Chrispho OwuorThe Council said the rules are meant to balance the constitutional right of media practitioners to participate in politics with the need to maintain accuracy, fairness, impartiality, professional conduct and editorial independence.
By Bradley BosireSankok said the increasing incidents of violence at political gatherings were worrying as political parties and leaders begin positioning themselves for the 2027 General Election
By Chrispho OwuorThe Commission has also given political parties several deadlines to complete preparations for their nominations and participation in the election.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to Ethekon, the practice could also raise questions about the Commission’s independence, impartiality and position as a non-partisan institution.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking on Radio Generation on Tuesday, Shollei rejected the idea that the result was a verdict on President William Ruto, instead pointing to weaknesses in the way UDA organised and conducted its campaign.
By David AbonyoThe head of the Anglican Church of Kenya said long-term planning was necessary for any government or institution, but questioned the decision to introduce a major national agenda at a time when the country was already entering a politically charged period.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe President said Kenya’s long-term development plans had been affected by political pressure, with leaders sometimes avoiding difficult decisions because of fears that such moves could hurt their chances in the next election.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking in an interview on Monday, August 10, 2026, Masinde said a detailed review of the register was necessary to ensure that records were up to date.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking during a local media interview on Tuesday, Victor Bwire, Director of Media Training and Development at the Media Council of Kenya, urged media organisations to strengthen their editorial capacity, prioritise balanced and inclusive reporting, forge strategic partnerships and uphold the principles of accuracy, fairness and responsibility throughout the electoral period
By Chrispho Owuor