Kenyan media personality Betty Kyallo has expressed significant disappointment over the "shockingly low" voter registration numbers, urging Kenyans, especially the youth, to register. Her call comes as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) continues its registration drive for the 2027 General Elections amidst low turnout.

• Only about 50,000 new voters have registered nationwide, prompting Betty Kyallo to exclaim, "Fifty Thousand Pekee? Not Good at All!"
• Betty Kyallo, joined by other celebrities and civil society groups, is advocating for increased youth participation in the electoral process.
• The IEBC has attributed the low registration numbers to voter apathy, economic hardship, and political disillusionment, particularly among the millions of unregistered Generation Z and first-time voters.

Kenyan hip-hop artist Henry Ohanga, known as Octopizzo, has announced his candidacy for the Kibra Constituency parliamentary seat in the 2027 general election, transitioning from music to politics.

• Octopizzo intends to represent his community, advocating for a poverty-conscious government and integrity-driven service for Kibra residents.
• The announcement has generated mixed reactions, with some praising his courage and others questioning his ability to build a campaign infrastructure in the politically influential constituency.
• He will challenge established political players, addressing complex local issues such as housing, youth unemployment, and service delivery, issues frequently highlighted in his music.

Kenyan hip-hop artist Octopizzo (Henry Ohanga) is encouraging Kibra residents to register to vote for the 2027 General Election, hinting at a potential political run centered on “poverty-conscious leadership” and community empowerment.

• Octopizzo described voter registration as a critical tool for community empowerment and meaningful governance for overlooked communities.
• The rapper emphasized the need for leaders with integrity and honesty, poverty-conscious service, and a focus on impact over empty rhetoric.
• His message was posted on X on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, with the rallying cry, “Your vote is your voice. Register. Show up. Participate.”