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Originally published by Capital Newstop
October 8, 2025
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ELOG Raises Data Privacy Concerns Over IEBC’s Use of Iris Scans in Voter Registration
The observer group called on the IEBC to publicly disclose whether it conducted a Data Protection Impact Assessment. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Elections Observation Group (ELOG) has raised significant concerns regarding data privacy over the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission’s (IEBC) introduction of iris scans in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR). ELOG emphasizes that while the technology could enhance voter verification, a lack of transparent communication on data handling could undermine public confidence and participation.
- ELOG urges the IEBC to publicly disclose if a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) was conducted and clarify third-party access to biometric data.
- Victor Nyongesa, ELOG Chairperson, stated that "Data security and transparency are foundational to electoral credibility."
- The IEBC must assure Kenyans that their biometric data will be securely managed in line with the Data Protection Act of 2019.
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