IEBC declares Election Day, outlines key election matters

Public officers eyeing elective posts to resign by February 10 - IEBC

Public officers intending to run for elective positions in the 2027 General Election must resign from their posts by February 10, 2027, according to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). The IEBC has set the general election date for August 10, 2027, which falls on a Tuesday.

The Star News Brief: ICC alarm bells sound again as Kenya heads to 2027 Elections

Broken system: Kenyans on their own as state agencies fail to curb political violence

Kenya is facing a crisis of political violence, with independent state agencies failing to curb incidents that have resulted in injuries and deaths. Citizens are left to fend for themselves as institutions meant to ensure safety and order are not effectively intervening.

Governor Mutai challenges DG to political duel as he picks new running mate

Kericho Governor Erick Mutai has declared his political partnership with his deputy, Eng Fred Kirui, over and challenged him to a duel in the 2027 General Election, naming Finance executive Jackson Rop as his new running mate.

Opposition renews push to keep Smartmatic out of 2027 election

Kenya's opposition is renewing its campaign to prevent Smartmatic from being involved in the 2027 General Election, signaling early battles over the technology that will manage the vote.