In the ongoing IEBC 2026 Voter Registration Drive launched March 30, Kenya's Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has registered 1,876,274 new voters—75% of its 2.5 million target—with four days left until April 28. Chairman Erustus Edung Ethekon urged remaining eligible citizens to register.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) reported on April 24 that it has enrolled 1,876,274 new voters since the 30-day drive began on March 30 at Huduma Centres and other sites, hitting 75% of the initial 2.5 million target amid the broader push for 5.8 million potential youth registrations ahead of 2027 elections.
Chairman Erustus Edung Ethekon emphasized, “Only four days remain; we urge all eligible citizens who have not yet registered to seize this opportunity.” A complete voter register is vital for constitutional fair elections.
Top counties by new registrations: Nairobi (209,000+), Kiambu (97,557), Nakuru (81,166), Kakamega (80,711), Machakos (65,616), Bungoma (62,203), Meru (56,486). Lower figures in Lamu (8,345) and Isiolo (9,291). Nyanza averages include Kisumu (37,090), Siaya (33,295), Homa Bay (39,770), Migori (37,004).
Additional activity: 159,410 voters transferred stations, 2,817 updated details. IEBC maintains integrity via multi-step verification.
