Matiang’i decries low voter registration, urges youth to enlist ahead of 2027

Analysis: Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i has called upon Kenyan youth to register in large numbers to vote in the 2027 General Election, decrying low voter registration. His appeal emphasizes active citizenship and the youth's potential to influence the nation's direction.

Ruto announces review of ID replacement fee to ensure voter registration access

In numbers: Continuous Voter Registration drive off to a slow start

Analysis: Kenya's Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) drive, launched on September 29 by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), has gotten off to a slow start, registering only 7,048 new voters in its first week. This figure is significantly behind the target of 6.3 million new voters for the 2027 General Election.