Tag: IEBC

Election Bill 2026 Could End IEBC Livestreaming of Results

by Chris Omondi -

The proposed Election Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026, could eliminate the livestreaming of election results, a crucial element for maintaining transparency and public trust. This bill seeks to amend the Elections Act by removing the requirement for the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to establish a mechanism for livestreaming results

Joe Nyutu: Ol Kalou By-Election Signals 2027 Political Shift

by Chris Omondi -

Murang'a Senator Joe Nyutu emphasized that the results of the Ol Kalou by-election in Nyandarua County clearly indicate that Kenyans are ready to hold their leaders accountable, especially if they perceive a lack of performance. He noted that this contest serves as a significant early indicator of the political landscape

Go For Peace: Oburu Tells Gachagua After Olkalau Election Win

by Chris Omondi -

ODM party leader Oburu Odinga encourages former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to embrace peace and move forward after his recent electoral victory. He emphasizes that there is no need for a confrontational stance following a win.During a public address, Oburu highlights the incongruity of Gachagua’s combative demeanor despite his success

Ol Kalou Residents Confront Police Over Election Material Fears

by Chris Omondi -

Tension has arisen in Ol Kalou as residents confronted police officers, demanding to inspect their bags over suspicions of transporting election materials during the ongoing parliamentary by-election.Videos shared by People Daily Digital on Thursday, July 16, 2026, captured the scene, where a large crowd gathered, insisting on verifying that no

Caleb Amisi Says UDA Cannot Win Ol Kalou By-Election

by Chris Omondi -

Caleb Amisi, the Member of Parliament for Saboti, asserts that the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) lacks any chance of winning the upcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election. He emphasizes that even attempts to manipulate the election outcome will not sway the voters' decision.In a statement released on Wednesday, July 15, 2026,

Gachagua Demands Uniformed Police in Ol Kalou By-Election

by Chris Omondi -

Rigathi Gachagua, the leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP), has sent a compelling letter to Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, expressing serious concerns about the deployment of over 2,000 police officers to Ol Kalou in preparation for Thursday’s parliamentary by-election. Gachagua insists that all deployed officers

Opposition Alleges Voter Bribery in Ol Kalou By-Election

by Chris Omondi -

The leaders of the opposition coalition have expressed serious concerns, alleging that the government has orchestrated widespread voter bribery and misused public resources in the lead-up to the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election.In a collaborative statement released on Friday, July 10, 2026, they highlighted that cash handouts, government-branded mattresses, gas cylinders,

IEBC Sets Sh4.44 Billion Campaign Spending Cap Ahead of 2027 Polls

by Chris Omondi -

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has introduced a proposed campaign spending limit of Sh4.44 billion for presidential candidates. As part of a comprehensive reform initiative aimed at regulating campaign financing ahead of the 2027 General Election, the commission has set a cap of Sh17.7 billion on expenditures by

Karua Revives 2022 Election Row with Fresh Attack on Chebukati

by Chris Omondi -

Martha Karua, the leader of the People’s Liberation Party (PLP), expressed strong sentiments regarding former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairperson Wafula Chebukati, suggesting that his soul should face turmoil wherever it may be. During an engaging interview with political analyst Herman Manyora on his YouTube podcast, aired on