The National Assembly's Justice and Legal Affairs Committee is urgently reviewing proposals from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) for the 2027 polls. The committee aims to report back to the National Assembly when it resumes sittings later this month, with the IEBC needing all election matters concluded by August 31.

• The IEBC wants prosecutorial powers for election-related offenses, currently held by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions.
• Other proposals include ensuring county assembly nominees are registered voters in that county and mandating that party lists for nominated positions start with a female candidate to achieve two-thirds gender representation.
• The IEBC also proposes increasing the voter limit per polling station from 700 to 800, citing faster voter identification machines and improved voter education.

The National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK) has urged the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to intensify peace efforts ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning of potential violence.

• NCCK Secretary General Rev. Canon Chris Kinyanjui cited historical precedent, noting that incumbency elections like the upcoming one have often been marked by "intense polarization, heavy electioneering, and violence."
• The NCCK proposed establishing a hate speech monitoring and rapid response mechanism, and working with community peace committees to identify financiers of violence.
• The NCIC, led by Chairperson Bishop Dr. Kepha Omae, welcomed the proposals and is planning a Peace Pledge for political leaders.
• The call comes amid recent incidents of political violence, including disruptions at church services and public forums.

Presidential hopeful Jimi Wanjigi of the Safina party is diverging from typical early campaign tactics by hosting town hall meetings nationwide to develop his 2027 General Election manifesto.

• His campaign strategy focuses on public participation, with policies to be shaped by the input of ordinary Kenyans.
• The presidential hopeful aims to create a people-driven manifesto, contrasting with traditional political fundraising events.
• A recent town hall meeting in Nakuru marked the Saba Saba anniversary, highlighting his commitment to grassroots engagement.