Kenya's United Opposition has threatened nationwide street protests if the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) fails to address their significant concerns regarding electoral technology, security, and institutional governance. Following a meeting with IEBC commissioners, opposition leaders highlighted dissatisfaction with recent by-elections and the overall preparedness for the 2027 General Election.

• Concerns particularly focus on the procurement of Kiems kits and the involvement of Smartmatic organisation.
• Kalonzo Musyoka, party leader of the Wiper Patriotic Front, stated the opposition is "very unhappy with the procurement process."
• Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party, accused government officials of commandeering polling stations during recent by-elections, warning of "mass action" if reforms are not seen.
• The opposition expressed deep dissatisfaction with the IEBC's CEO, leading to an agreement for joint technical teams to review procurement and operational gaps.

The United Opposition in Kenya, including former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, stormed the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) offices to present a list of demands ahead of the 2027 General Elections, threatening mass action if their concerns are not addressed.

• Among their key concerns were the violence observed in recent by-elections and the procurement process of Kiems kits, which they deem unsatisfactory.
• The opposition is demanding transparency in the IEBC's governance, procurement, technology use, and preparations for past by-elections, seeking to verify compliance with the Constitution and electoral laws.
• They also specifically highlighted concerns regarding Smartmatic and other technology service providers, requesting evaluations of their competency and past performance.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has presented a comprehensive "wish list" to the Kenyan National Assembly, outlining crucial legal and operational reforms needed to ensure free and fair elections in 2027. Heading the proposals is a call for stricter laws concerning campaign financing and enforcement of electoral misconduct.

• The IEBC seeks to amend the Elections Act and Elections Offences Act to curb illicit campaign funding, specifically restricting donations from foreign governments and clarifying permissible donors.
• Chairman Erastus Ethekon highlighted a budget shortfall of Ksh 22 billion, requesting a total of Ksh 63 billion for adequate preparation for the 2027 polls.
• The commission also proposes repealing Section 20 of the Elections Offences Act to grant the IEBC direct disciplinary powers over electoral misconduct, rather than relying on the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP).
• The Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula, directed the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee (JLAC) and the Constitutional Implementation Oversight Committee (CIOC) to meet with the IEBC within four months to fast-track these demands.