The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has confirmed the ballot paper colours for the 2027 General Election, maintaining the established system from previous years.

• The Presidential ballot will continue to be white.
• The IEBC will utilize the same six colours as in past elections to aid voter identification.
• This colour-coding system, in place since 2010, aims to reduce confusion and stray votes, especially for voters with lower literacy levels.

Kenya's Government Spokesperson Charles Owino clarified that any decision regarding changes to the current Constitution, potentially linked to the Vision 2060 development plan, rests solely with the citizens.

• The government has stated it has not committed to amending the Constitution as part of Vision 2060.
• Government Spokesperson Charles Owino emphasized that constitutional changes would depend on "what the citizens want."
• This clarification follows remarks by President William Ruto that the national conversation on Vision 2060 should occur "in the context of a new Constitution," sparking public concern.

National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah has emphatically stated his unwavering commitment to the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), vowing never to join the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP).

• Ichung'wah declared he would rather lose his Kikuyu parliamentary seat than defect to the DCP, which he described as a "small party."
• This statement comes amidst a significant exodus of politicians, particularly from the Mt. Kenya Region, joining the DCP led by Rigathi Gachagua.
• Notable defectors include Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata and Nyandarua Governor Kiarie Badilisha, with others hinting at leaving the UDA.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced the specific colours for ballot papers and ballot box lids for the six elective positions in the 2027 General Election.

• Ballot paper colours will match their corresponding ballot box lid colours to aid voter identification.
• Key positions include President (White), Member of National Assembly (Green), and Governor (Blue).
• The IEBC is also urging eligible Kenyans to register to vote, emphasizing the slogan "Jipange Mapema. Register as a Voter!".