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October 3, 2026
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Why diaspora voters could hold the key to State House in 2027

Why diaspora voters could hold the key to State House in 2027

IEBC is expanding diaspora voter registration to 14 new countries...

✨ Key Highlights

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is expanding diaspora voter registration to 14 new countries, bringing the total to 26, in preparation for the 2027 presidential election.

  • The diaspora vote is considered a critical voting bloc in Kenya's close elections, where the 50 per cent+1 threshold is constitutionally required.
  • Key organizations involved include the IEBC and various political players vying for the State House race.
  • The United States has the largest Kenyan population abroad, estimated at 600,000.

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