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March 7, 2026
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Opposition threatens mass protests over IEBC’s dealings with Smartmatic

Opposition threatens mass protests over IEBC’s dealings with Smartmatic

Opposition threatens mass protests over IEBC’s dealings with Smartmatic..

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The United Alternative Government coalition is threatening mass protests in April over the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission's (IEBC) continued dealings with Smartmatic International Technologies.

  • Opposition leaders claim Smartmatic systems pose a risk of manipulating electoral data.
  • The coalition, led by Democratic Party Leader Justin Muturi, accuses the IEBC of ignoring public concerns and failing to terminate the company's contract.
  • They warn that relying on Smartmatic could undermine public confidence in democratic processes and are demanding a clear plan for alternative, transparent election technology.

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