The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has clarified that the 2027 General Election will proceed on August 10, 2027, despite a High Court ruling that previously set the date for August 11, 2026.

• The High Court ruling, which declared the August 10, 2027 election date unconstitutional, had its implementation suspended until after the 2027 General Election.
• IEBC Commissioner Ann Nderitu explained that the judgment's suspension allows the commission to adhere to the existing electoral calendar.
• The ruling by the Malindi High Court on August 7, 2026, was based on the constitutional computation of election timelines, suggesting elections should be held within the fifth year rather than after its full expiry.