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The @IEBCKenya today participated in the National Business and Election Continuity Breakfast Forum organised by Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KNCCI ) in Nairobi, focusing on electoral security, business continuity and economic stability ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Commissioner Dr. Ann Nderitu, CBS, reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to free, fair, credible and transparent elections, highlighting the operationalisation of the Election Operations Plan, Strategic Plan and multi-agency Election Security Arrangement Programme (ESAP) as key pillars of preparedness.
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She called on all stakeholders to promote peace, reject electoral violence and hate speech, counter misinformation and protect the integrity of the electoral process.
“Our goal is clear: every Kenyan must vote without fear, candidates must campaign freely, and electoral officials must discharge their duties without interference.”
Kenya National Chamber of Commerce & Industry CEO KK Mutai underscored the importance of safeguarding businesses, jobs and livelihoods by minimizing election-related disruptions.
@IEBCKenya remains committed to delivering peaceful, transparent, verifiable and inclusive electoral processes that uphold the will of the people.
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Applicants and Shortlisted Candidates for the Position of Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer (CS/CEO)
@IEBCKenya invited applications from interested and suitably qualified persons for appointment to the position of Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer (CS/CEO) through an advertisement published in the print media and on the Commission’s website on 28th July 2026.
The application period closed on 11th August 2026 at 17:00 EAT with three hundred and four (304) valid applications received. The final shortlist considered the need to incorporate inclusion specifically gender, regional balance and differently-abled persons.
Following the conclusion of the shortlisting exercise, the Commission hereby publishes nine (9) names of candidates shortlisted for interview for the position of Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer (CS/CEO) as follows:
1.Anthony Omerikwa(Busia County)
2.Halakhe Waqo(Marsabit County)
3.Harley Mutisya(Makueni County)
4.Edmund Odiwuor Malitt(Homabay County)
5.Andrew Gitau Kimani(Nairobi County)
6.Mohamed Abdullahi Abdi(Wajir County)
7.Edward Katama Ngeywa(Transnzoia County)
8.Martina Wato Yattani (Marsabit County)
9.Nelly Ilongo( Taita TavetaCounty)
The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed between 12 November 2026 and 13 November 2026. The Commission will communicate the interview venue to each candidate individually.
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@IEBCKenya Chairperson @EEEthekon, accompanied by the Commission Vice Chairperson, today held an engagement with the UN Special Envoy, apprising them on the Commission’s state of preparedness for the 2027 General Election. The Chairperson outlined ongoing preparations and key priorities aimed at delivering peaceful, inclusive, free, fair and credible elections.
@EEEthekon underscored the importance of effective stakeholder collaboration and sustained commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the electoral process. The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, accountability and credible electoral processes, assuring stakeholders of its resolve to uphold the integrity of every stage of the electoral process and strengthen public confidence in the 2027 General Election.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
SUSPENSION OF THE MIGWANI WARD BY-ELECTION
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) hereby informs the general public that the by-election for Migwani Ward, Mwingi West Constituency, Kitui County, has been suspended following interim conservatory orders issued by the High Court on 22nd October, 2026. (Kitui High Court constitutional petition number E011 of 2026 : Francis Musili Kauta vs. IEBC & 3 Others).
The Court issued the orders for a period of 30 days pending the hearing of the petition.
The petition is scheduled for hearing on 11th November 2026.
The Commission urges members of the public and all stakeholders to take note of this development. Further updates will be communicated through the Commission’s official channels.
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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) today participated in a Multi-Agency Engagement Forum on Peaceful 2027 General Elections, convened by @NCICKenya in partnership with the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) and the Political Parties Liaison Committee (PPLC) in Nairobi.
Representing IEBC Chairperson @EEEthekon, Deputy Commission Secretary (Support Services), Mr. Obadiah Keitany, joined stakeholders in discussions on political decency, human rights, national cohesion and strategies to prevent electoral violence ahead of the 2027 General Election.
The forum explored emerging electoral risks, early warning mechanisms, accountability among electoral actors and the proposed Political Decency, Peace and Accountability Charter for Political Parties.
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The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to working with political parties, security agencies, civil society, the media and other stakeholders to promote peaceful, inclusive, free, fair and credible elections.
Mr. Keitany called on political parties and aspirants to embrace issue-based campaigns, respect democratic competition and reject hate speech, incitement, intimidation and violence. He also underscored the importance of responsible media reporting, respect for human rights and constructive engagement among political actors in safeguarding a peaceful electoral environment. Emphasizing that peace is a shared responsibility, he urged stakeholders to translate their commitments into concrete action through stronger collaboration, timely identification of electoral risks and accountability.
Mr. Keitany also witnessed the signing of the Political Decency, Peace and Accountability Charter for Political Parties by the Political Parties Liaison Committee (PPLC) and the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC).
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.@IEBCKenya Director of Legal Services, Chrispine Owiye, OGW, today represented Chairperson @EEEthekon before the National Assembly’s Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC), where he presented the Commission’s submissions on the County Governments Election Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, sponsored by Hon. Senator Crystal Asige.
The Bill seeks to advance the implementation of Article 54(2) of the Constitution, which requires the State to take measures to ensure the progressive realisation of the principle that at least 5% of the members of elective and appointive bodies are persons with disabilities.
Among its key proposals is a requirement for political parties to nominate persons with disabilities in their party lists, with a view to strengthening their representation in government.
The Commission supports the Bill’s objective of advancing the constitutional commitment to inclusion and representation of persons with disabilities. In a related effort, IEBC has proposed, through the Elections (Amendment) Bill, 2026, measures to prioritise persons with disabilities in political parties’ party lists.
The Commission reaffirms its commitment to promoting inclusive electoral processes that uphold the rights of persons with disabilities and strengthen their participation in Kenya’s democratic governance.
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@IEBCKenya has concluded the two-day candidate registration exercise for the Migwani County Assembly Ward by-election in Mwingi West Constituency, Kitui County, scheduled for 17 November 2026.
On the second and final day, Returning Officer Julius Maingi cleared three additional candidates to contest the by-election: Susan Nzoka of the Party of Independent Candidates of Kenya (PICK), Mwangangi Munyoki of the Wiper Patriotic Front (WPF) and Kimanzi Mwendwa of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). This brings the total number of candidates cleared to contest the by-election to six.
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As the campaign period gets underway, the Commission calls on all candidates, political parties, supporters and other stakeholders to uphold the Electoral Code of Conduct, respect opposing views and conduct their campaigns peacefully.
The Commission urges all stakeholders to embrace tolerance, mutual respect and peaceful coexistence before, during and after the election. Every candidate has a right to campaign freely, and every voter deserves an environment in which they can make their choice without fear or intimidation.
@IEBCKenya remains committed to facilitating a free, fair, transparent and peaceful by-election in Migwani Ward.
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@IEBCKenya, led by Chairperson @EEEthekon , today appeared before the National Assembly Committee on Delegated Legislation, chaired by Hon. Samuel Chepkonga, to discuss the status of election campaign financing regulations and spending limits.
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The Commission further informed the Committee that the High Court had issued conservatory orders restraining the application, implementation and enforcement of the regulations and the Gazette Notice containing the contribution and spending limits. The Commission’s position and actions remain subject to the applicable court orders.
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Campaign finance regulation is essential to promoting fairness, transparency, accountability and a level playing field in electoral competition. The objective is to ensure that electoral outcomes reflect voters' free will, rather than the disproportionate influence of financial resources. The Commission remains committed to fulfilling its constitutional mandate and strengthening the integrity of Kenya’s electoral processes.
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@IEBCKenya today commenced the two-day clearance and registration of candidates for the Migwani County Assembly Ward by-election, scheduled for 17 November 2026. The exercise concludes tomorrow, Thursday, 22 October 2026.
On the first day, the Returning Officer, Julius Maingi, cleared three candidates to contest the by-election: Michael Kive of the Peoples Party of Kenya (PPK), Christine Mwende of the National Economic Development Party (NEDP), and Joel Kuri of the Mabadiliko Party of Kenya (MAPK).
Candidates cleared to contest the by-election are required to sign the Electoral Code of Conduct and comply with its provisions, the applicable electoral laws and other relevant legal requirements throughout the electoral process, including the campaign period, polling day and the post-election period.
The Commission remains committed to facilitating a free, fair, transparent and peaceful by-election in Migwani Ward, in accordance with the Constitution and the electoral laws.
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The @IEBCKenya Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon, HSC, today participated in a panel discussion at the inaugural Trust Summit 2026, Nairobi Dialogues on Global Trust under the theme Weaving Trust: Binding Strands for a Strong Global Order.
The Summit brought together leaders from government, the public and private sectors, civil society, academia, media and technology to explore ways of strengthening public trust and institutional credibility.
Speaking during the session on Trust and Democracy, Chairperson @EEEthekon underscored the importance of transparency, accountability and public engagement in building confidence in democratic institutions, particularly electoral management.
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He noted that, as the country prepares for the 2027 General Election, the Commission will continue working with political actors, the media, civil society and citizens to promote informed participation, constructive engagement and respect for electoral processes.
“Public trust in electoral institutions is built not only through the conduct of elections, but also through transparent processes, access to reliable information, accountability in decision-making and meaningful engagement with citizens. Our Constitution is clear that sovereign power belongs to the people. The Commission remains committed to upholding this principle and strengthening public confidence in Kenya’s electoral processes,” said Chairperson Ethekon.
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The @IEBCKenya Electoral Code of Conduct Enforcement Committee, chaired by Commissioner @AlutalalaDr , held a hearing at Anniversary Towers, Nairobi, on 21 October 2026, concerning alleged violations of the Electoral Code of Conduct by Hassan Omar, Secretary-General of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). The allegations relate to statements he reportedly made during a public rally in Mombasa County on 11 September 2026 concerning the alleged voting by deceased persons.
During the proceedings, the Committee read the statement of breach to the respondent and accorded him, through his legal representatives, an opportunity to present his defence. The Committee will consider the evidence and representations presented before making its determination in accordance with the applicable legal framework.
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The Commission is mandated to safeguard the integrity of Kenya’s electoral processes by promoting compliance with the Constitution, the Elections Act and the Electoral Code of Conduct. The Code establishes standards of conduct for electoral participants and provides mechanisms for addressing alleged breaches in accordance with the law.
As preparations for the 2027 General Election continue, the Commission reaffirms its commitment to the rule of law, due process and impartial enforcement of the Electoral Code of Conduct. These efforts are essential to fostering a peaceful, transparent and credible electoral environment in which all participants are held to the standards prescribed by law.
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