Murkomen defends voter registration of Kenyans in neighbouring countries - October 2026

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has defended the Kenyan government's decision to register voters residing in neighbouring countries, amidst emerging political debate. He has also defended his plan to issue Kenyan identity cards and voter cards to Kenyans living in Uganda, a move criticized by the opposition as voter smuggling. In a separate development, youth leaders across Kenya are demanding the postponement of the National Youth Council elections, citing significant issues with voter education and portal functionality.