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August 26, 2026
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Muturi Urges Parliament to Table Elections Amendment Bill Before IEBC Tender Is Signed

Muturi Urges Parliament to Table Elections Amendment Bill Before IEBC Tender Is Signed

Muturi said the Bill should be considered on the floor of the House without further delay, arguing that its recommendations would strengthen safeguards for the 2027 General Election...

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Democratic Party of Kenya (DPK) leader Justin Muturi is urging Parliament to expedite the debate and passage of the Elections Amendment Bill, 2024, before the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) finalizes a tender for election technology.

  • Justin Muturi, a former Speaker of the National Assembly, insists the Bill, stemming from the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) process, is crucial for strengthening safeguards for the 2027 General Election.
  • The Bill has reportedly been stalled in committee for 17 months, a delay Muturi calls into question, urging Parliament and multilateral partners to demand answers.
  • Muturi emphasized that legislative reforms should precede significant technology procurement by the IEBC to ensure a transparent and credible electoral process.

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