Why Kenyans' trust gap on IEBC continues to grow

The reconstituted Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) assumed office about a year ago on the backdrop of growing mistrust among Kenyans...

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Kenyans' trust in the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is diminishing following a proposal to restrict the live streaming of election results, sparking fears of reduced transparency in the upcoming 2027 polls.

The proposal, presented as a Bill in the National Assembly, seeks to repeal a section of the Elections Act that allows for live transmission of results.
IEBC claims the proposal is misunderstood and aims to provide alternative transmission for areas with poor network coverage, not to ban live streaming.
Public reaction has been overwhelmingly negative, with many citizens and leaders, including former National Assembly Speaker Justin Muturi, condemning the move as retrogressive and an attack on democracy.

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