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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is updating its electoral processes ahead of future elections. A national voter registration drive has entered its second day, but election officials report a low turnout, noting several registration centers remained largely inactive. Simultaneously, the IEBC is expanding its voter biometric identification system to include iris recognition. This new method aims to enhance the accuracy and reliability of voter identification. However, these system changes have been met with skepticism, as some Kenyans are expressing doubts about data security and the integrity of data management.
The voter registration drive in Kenya has entered its second day, with election officials reporting a low turnout. Several registration centers remained largely inactive, indicating a slow start to the crucial exercise.
Kenyans are expressing doubts about data security within the new system implemented by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). This concern comes amidst ongoing discussions around electoral processes and the integrity of data management.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is expanding its voter biometric identification system to include iris recognition. This new method aims to enhance the accuracy and reliability of voter identification during elections.