IEBC plans phone ban at polling stations in 2027 election

IEBC warns Kenyans against taking ballot photos and hints at phone restrictions as preparations for the next election gather pace...

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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is considering a ban on mobile phones at polling stations for the 2027 General Election to protect the secrecy of the vote.

IEBC Commissioner Ann Nderitu stated that taking photos of ballot papers threatens voter privacy and could constitute illegal campaigning on election day.
The electoral body is exploring measures that may require voters to leave their phones before entering polling booths.
Nderitu also assured that preparations for the 2027 elections are on track, with voter registration progressing well, having registered 2.3 million new voters.

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