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Originally published by Capital Newstop
May 12, 2026
2h ago
MPs put IEBC on the spot over Sh13 billion increase in proposed 2027 election budget
IEBC has defended a proposed Sh13 billion increase in the 2027 election budget, citing expansion of polling stations, diaspora voting and procurement of new KIEMS technology kits...
✨ Key Highlights
Members of Parliament are questioning the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)'s request for an additional Sh13 billion for the 2027 General Election budget. The IEBC defended the increase, citing expanded polling stations, voter registration, diaspora voting, and new technology.
- The IEBC is seeking a revised budget of Sh74.8 billion, up from Sh61.7 billion.
- Key justifications include increasing polling stations from 46,000 to nearly 55,000 to accommodate an estimated 28.5 million registered voters.
- The commission also highlighted the need to upgrade election technology, as current KIEMS kits are over 10 years old and may not be reliable for the 2027 polls.
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