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IEBC clarifies re-registration for voters enrolled before 2012
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has clarified that not all voters registered before 2012 must re-register. The requirement applies only to those who did not undergo biometric registration since 2012. Chairman Erastus Ethekon stated that pre-2012 data was legally disposed of during electoral reforms.
Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has called on the IEBC to suspend the launch of its Elections Operations Plan, citing a lack of adequate public consultation.
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has registered 2,612,725 voters after closing the registration drive on Tuesday. This figure is nearly double the results from 2016 and 2021. Chair Erastus Ethekon said it shows strong national commitment to the democratic process.
Voters in four Kenyan areas are set to cast ballots today in by-elections for one parliamentary seat and three wards. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has confirmed full readiness. Opposition leaders were absent during campaigns, while UDA figures actively participated.
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced a ban on mobile phone use inside polling stations ahead of the February 26 by-elections. The decision follows observations that in previous elections, some voters photographed their marked ballots and shared them on social media. The commission states this measure will protect ballot secrecy and ensure a free and fair electoral process.
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has announced plans by the United Opposition to privately prosecute Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission officials over alleged irregularities in recent byelections. Speaking in Murang’a, he accused the government of colluding with the electoral body to influence results in Mbeere and Malava. The move aims to curb impunity ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Energy Minister Opiyo Wandayi has urged opposition leaders to be honest when presenting their policies. He took issue with claims by Kalonzo Musyoka and Eugene Wamalwa that the NADCO report has not been fully implemented. Those statements were made during the funeral of Beryl Odinga in Bondo.
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