The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is intensifying efforts to register young people in marginalized and hard-to-reach areas, particularly in urban informal settlements, to improve the inclusivity of the voter register ahead of the 2027 General Election.

• IEBC Commissioner Anne Nderitu identified a significant gap in voter registration among youth in informal settlements due to barriers like lack of national IDs and limited access to information.
• The commission plans to implement new strategies, including grassroots mobilization and in-person engagement, to reach these underserved populations.
• While youth participation in the recent registration drive improved, now making up over 50 percent of new voters, it still falls short of the 70 percent youth demographic in Kenya.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has issued a stern warning about numerous fraudulent job advertisements circulating online, particularly on social media. These fake notices are impersonating official IEBC recruitment efforts ahead of upcoming by-elections.

• The IEBC has identified four specific fake recruitment notices that target applicants for election-related positions.
• The primary organization involved is the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
• Job seekers are strongly advised to only use the IEBC's official recruitment portal and verified social media platforms to avoid scams and potential misuse of personal information.