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Dramatic scene of Kenya's 2025 by-elections: Ruto supporters celebrate total victory at polling station, while opposition protests erupt amid police and chaos.

Kenya's by-elections affirm government dominance with concerns raised

28 november 2025 Rapporterad av AI Bild genererad av AI

Candidates aligned with President William Ruto's broad-based government won all seven parliamentary seats in Kenya's by-elections on November 27, 2025, signaling strong support amid reports of irregularities. While observers like ELOG praised much of the process, groups such as the Law Society of Kenya highlighted chaos and violence, urging preparations for 2027. Opposition leaders contested results and accused the government of malpractice.

IEBC launches 30-day voter registration drive from March 30

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) starting Monday, March 30, 2026, for 30 days until April 28. Registration will occur daily at Huduma Centres, IEBC offices and other locations nationwide. The drive targets 2.5 million new voters.

Gen Z revives ‘Niko kadi’ call ahead of 2027 polls

23 mars 2026 Rapporterad av AI

Kenya's Gen Z has revived the ‘Niko kadi’ slogan to urge youth to register as voters from next week and reshape 2027 leadership. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission announced registration starts March 30 for 30 days. Several politicians have joined the call with varying aims.

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IEBC chairperson Ethekon warns of expired boundaries ahead of 2027 elections

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By-elections scheduled for Isiolo, Embu and Kakamega on February 26, 2026

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Government sets up committees to review boundaries in Embu, Turkana and Wajir

Kalonzo Musyoka leads push for private prosecution of IEBC leaders

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.

Wandayi criticizes Kalonzo and Wamalwa over NADCO report

7 december 2025 Rapporterad av AI

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.

Justin Muturi urges IEBC to probe alleged Mbeere North election rigging

Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has petitioned the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to investigate claims of a scheme to rig the upcoming Mbeere North by-elections. He alleges plans to hire goons from Nairobi and Kiambu to disrupt polling stations and bribe voters. The by-elections are scheduled for November 27, 2025.

IEBC fines Kasipul candidates Ksh1 million each over campaign violence

19 november 2025 Rapporterad av AI

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has fined Kasipul parliamentary candidates Philip Aroko and Boyd Were Ksh1 million each for inciting and participating in campaign violence. The clashes occurred on November 6, resulting in two deaths and property damage. The IEBC committee warned of disqualification from the November 27 by-election if violations recur.

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