IEBC gazettes new campaign financing rules

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has gazetted new regulations governing campaign financing ahead of Kenya’s 2027 General Election...

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The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has introduced new regulations for campaign financing, gazetted on August 7, 2026, in preparation for the 2027 General Election.

The Election Campaign Financing Regulations, 2026 aim to enhance transparency and accountability in how candidates and political parties manage campaign funds.
Candidates and parties must appoint an authorised person to manage contributions and spending, and open dedicated campaign financing bank accounts within Kenya.
Detailed reporting is required for fundraising events, with contributions over Ksh20,000 needing official receipts, and direct funding from foreign governments is prohibited.
Campaign expenditure exceeding one million shillings will require an audited report by a certified auditor.

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