Also known as: next General Election
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NAIROBI, Kenya May 5 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has warned Kenyans against taking photos of their ballot papers during elections, saying the move threatens the secrecy of the vote as the country prepares for the next General Election. …
IEBC plans phone ban at polling stations in 2027 electionThe Standard
As next year’s General Election draws closer, President William Ruto’s administration finds itself under immense scrutiny over its handling of the national identity cards issuance, amid allegations of manipulation. …
Game of numbers: Opposition, State clash over ID cards issuanceThe Office of the President has been allocated Sh7.49b from Sh5.1b in the current financial year, while State House will access Sh13.64b in the next fiscal year up from Sh8.5b. The substantial increases have raised questions about how the money will be spent as Kenya heads toward the August 2025 General Election.
13 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Office of the President has been allocated Sh7.49b from Sh5.1b in the current financial year, while State House will access Sh13.64b in the next fiscal year up from Sh8.5b. The substantial increases have raised questions about how the money will be spent as Kenya heads toward the August 2025 General Election.
13 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Archbishop of the Anglican Church of Kenya, Jackson Ole Sapit, has criticised the 2026/27 national budget, arguing that public views from participation forums were largely ignored and the budget fails to adequately address the needs of ordinary Kenyans. Sapit also raised concerns over education, attributing student unrest to the diminishing role of churches in school management, and criticised the handling of the former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua case, warning that similar precedents could threaten Kenya's democratic processes.
12 June 2026 · The Standard →
Legislators have accused the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) of irregular registration and transfer of voters, raising concerns about the integrity of the voter register ahead of next year's General Election.
5 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) has instructed media practitioners intending to run for elective positions in the 2027 General Election to formally notify the council. MCK CEO David Omwoyo said the council is developing guidelines to protect journalists' political rights while ensuring fairness, as media platforms play a central role in political discourse.
3 June 2026 · Capital News →
A fresh shake-up of National Assembly committees has exposed the broad-based government's challenge in averting a fallout within the coalition ahead of the next General Election. The changes reflect coalition leaders' attempt to tighten control over parliamentary committees during a politically volatile period while ensuring regional balance and addressing stakeholders' political interests.
31 May 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto kicked off a five-day tour of the Coast region to campaign ahead of next year's General Election, while asserting that the united opposition lacks an agenda to defeat him at the ballot.
22 May 2026 · The Standard →
Makadara MP George Aladwa has said that political zoning under the UDA-ODM broad-based government is necessary to streamline cooperation ahead of the 2027 General Election, arguing it reduces political friction by clearly defining areas of influence in elective positions across counties and helps avoid unnecessary conflict during nominations in key regions including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu and Kakamega.
18 May 2026 · The Standard →
Critics of President William Ruto's administration are assembling a coalition aimed at constraining his power and unseating him in next year's General Election, signaling a major shift in the country's political landscape.
17 May 2026 · The Standard →
Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua is travelling to the United Kingdom on Friday, May 15, followed by a tour of the United States, to mobilise election funding for the 2027 polls and establish networks to raise party funds.
15 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Police Service says it will roll out an ambitious security modernization plan ahead of next year's General Election, with Inspector General Douglas Kanja stating the service will ensure the election is secure and credible through strengthened training and expanded police infrastructure.
14 May 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission warned Kenyans against taking photos of ballot papers and is considering restricting phones at polling stations to protect voting secrecy and prevent voters from being influenced by others' social media posts on election day.
5 May 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto's administration faces scrutiny over its handling of national identity card issuance ahead of next year's General Election, amid opposition allegations of manipulation.
25 April 2026 · The Standard →