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June 17, 2026
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Court backs IEBC in diaspora voting rights battle

Court backs IEBC in diaspora voting rights battle

Court rejects a challenge by diaspora voters demanding expanded inclusion in the electoral process...

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The High Court has upheld rules by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) restricting overseas voting to countries with Kenyan diplomatic missions, rejecting a challenge by diaspora voters.

  • The ruling could impact preparations for the 2027 election.
  • The IEBC argued that logistical, financial, and administrative challenges limit the expansion of diaspora voting.
  • Diaspora remittances reached a record Sh931.8 billion last year, contributing significantly to the Kenyan economy.

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