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September 24, 2026
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Church warns against ethnic mobilisation, political violence ahead of 2027

Church warns against ethnic mobilisation, political violence ahead of 2027

The clergy has called on political leaders to lower the political temperature, reject incitement and embrace responsible leadership as Kenya heads towards next year’s elections...

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Archbishop Ole Sapit and other clergy members are urging political leaders to de-escalate the increasingly toxic political atmosphere and prepare for peaceful elections ahead of the 2027 general elections.

  • The church warns against a return to ethnic mobilization and political violence.
  • Key concerns include the premature political climate, voter manipulation, and the need for impartial security agencies.
  • The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is called upon to ensure preparations for free, fair, transparent, credible, and verifiable elections.

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