Matiang’i decries low voter registration, urges youth to enlist ahead of 2027
He called on eligible first-time voters to register and mobilise their peers, and encouraged families, faith groups and community leaders to support local registration drives. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i has called upon Kenyan youth to register in large numbers to vote in the 2027 General Election, decrying low voter registration. His appeal emphasizes active citizenship and the youth's potential to influence the nation's direction.
- Dr. Fred Matiang’i urged youth to register during the Adventist Men Organization (AMO) Prayer Breakfast in Nairobi on October 5, 2025.
- The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has also appealed to eligible Kenyans, especially youth, to register early for the 2027 polls.
- Matiang’i will seek the presidency on a Jubilee Party ticket, intensifying grassroots engagements nationwide.
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Slow Start of Voter Registration Drive Prompts Calls for Action and Policy Review - October 2025
Kenya's Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) drive has experienced a slow start, registering only 7,048 new voters in its first week since its launch by the IEBC on September 29. This is significantly below the target of 6.3 million new voters for the 2027 General Election. In light of the low numbers, former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiang’i has called upon Kenyan youth to register in large numbers, emphasizing the potential for active citizenship to influence the nation's direction. Concurrently, President Ruto announced a review of the ID replacement fee, an action aimed at ensuring voter registration access.
