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John Cox Lorionokou

Also known as: Registrar of Political Parties John Cox Lorionokou · J. C. Lorionokou

Registrar of Political Parties who oversaw the Linda Mwananchi Party registration dispute ahead of the 2027 general election.

2026-05-062026-09-07

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  1. September 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Registrar of Political Parties releases key timelines ahead of 2027 polls By Citizen Reporter September 06, 2026 06:16 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter John Cox Lorionokou, the Registrar of Political Parties

    Registrar of Political Parties releases key timelines ahead of 2027 polls
  3. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeRegistrar of Political PartiesJohn Cox Lorionokou. [File,Standard] The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) has issued a communique setting out a timeline for political party activities ahead of the general election scheduled for August 10, 2027.

    The deadlines political parties face ahead of 2027 polls
  4. August 2026
  5. The Standard

    The Registrar of Political Parties, John Cox Lorionokou, is facing renewed public scrutiny following a legal row over the registration of the Linda Mwananchi Party.

    Linda party row casts doubt on Registrar's office independence
  6. The Standard

    The Registrar of Political Parties, John Cox Lorionokou, is facing renewed public scrutiny following a legal row over the registration of the Linda Mwananchi Party.

    Linda party row casts doubt on independence of registrar's office
  7. Capital News

    Its leaders met Registrar John Cox Lorionokou on August 4 seeking a review of the earlier rejection, after which they announced that the office had agreed to reconsider its position.

    Battle over ‘Linda Mwananchi’ name moves to political parties tribunal
  8. Capital News

    The dispute has since escalated, with Sifuna and his allies holding talks with the Registrar, John Cox Lorionokou, in an attempt to secure the name ahead of the 2027 polls.

    Sifuna hints at new political vehicle as Linda Mwananchi faces registration hurdle
  9. Citizen Digital

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    Who owns 'Linda Mwananchi' name? High-stakes party registration stirs legal storm
  10. Citizen Digital

    Photo/Courtesy Audio By Vocalize Members of the Linda Mwananchi movement are optimistic that the Registrar of Political Parties, John Cox Lorionokou, will reverse his decision to reject their application to reserve the name of their political outfit.

    Registrar to review Linda Mwananchi party name after rejecting initial application
  11. Citizen Digital

    Registrar of Political Parties John Cox Lorionokou, who took office in October 2025, said parties were responsible for ensuring their members complied with the law, and that candidates who breached the Political Parties Code of Conduct would face the consequences provided for und

    State agencies form joint team to bar hate-speech candidates from 2027 ballot
  12. May 2026
  13. Citizen Digital

    Registrar of Political Parties John Cox Lorionokou made the announcement during the issuance of registration certificates to four newly registered political parties.

    96 political parties registered ahead of 2027 polls, Registrar says

Yesterday

  1. Registrar of Political Parties releases 2027 election timelines

    The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties has released key processes and timelines leading to the August 10, 2027 General Election, including deadlines for parties to submit authorized officials, nomination rules, and membership lists, and outlining procedures for independent candidacies.

    16 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Friday 4 September

  1. Political parties face October 2026 deadlines before 2027 elections

    The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties has issued a timeline for party activities ahead of the August 10, 2027 general election, requiring parties to submit authorised persons' details and election rules between late September and mid-October 2026, with membership lists due March 16–23, 2027.

    4 September 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 29 August

  1. Registrar of Political Parties faces scrutiny over Linda party registration

    The Registrar of Political Parties, John Cox Lorionokou, is under renewed public scrutiny following a legal dispute over the registration of the Linda Mwananchi Party, with critics questioning the office's independence and raising concerns it may be acting at the State's behest to suppress the opposition ahead of the 2027 general election.

    29 August 2026 · The Standard

  2. Registrar's handling of Linda party registration raises independence concerns

    The Registrar of Political Parties, John Cox Lorionokou, faces scrutiny over the registration dispute involving the Linda Mwananchi Party, with critics questioning whether the office is acting independently or at the behest of the State to suppress opposition ahead of the 2027 general election.

    29 August 2026 · The Standard

Monday 24 August

  1. Political Parties Tribunal hears case over 'Linda Mwananchi' name

    The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal has certified as urgent a case filed by promoters of the Linda Mwananchi Movement, challenging the Registrar of Political Parties' refusal to reserve the name for their proposed political party. The applicants say they applied on June 4 to reserve the name but it was initially rejected on grounds of "public interest," then approved on August 4, before being reversed three days later after the Registrar cited the registration of another political entity, the Liberty National Democratic Alliance.

    24 August 2026 · Capital News

Friday 21 August

  1. Sifuna signals readiness to rebrand Linda Mwananchi movement

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna indicated that the Linda Mwananchi movement would consider abandoning its name and adopting a different political party if the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties continues to block its registration ahead of the 2027 General Election. Sifuna told supporters that the name of the political vehicle was not important and his supporters would follow their leaders regardless of the identity adopted.

    21 August 2026 · Capital News

Thursday 6 August

  1. Political party registration dispute over "Linda Mwananchi" name escalates

    The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties rejected an application to reserve the name "Linda Mwananchi Party of Kenya," citing similarities to the already-reserved slogan "Linda Mkenya, Boresha Kenya" and public-interest concerns. Senator Edwin Sifuna and allied politicians met the Registrar this week seeking to resolve the naming dispute, though the meeting did not immediately settle the matter.

    6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Political party registrar agrees to review rejected Linda Mwananchi application

    The Registrar of Political Parties has agreed to review his rejection of the Linda Mwananchi Movement's application to reserve the party name Linda Mwananchi Party of Kenya, which was initially rejected over similarities with existing party names and public interest concerns. The movement's leaders met with the Registrar and expressed optimism about reversing the decision ahead of the 2027 General Election.

    4 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 3 August

  1. Four state agencies form joint team against hate speech

    The National Cohesion and Integration Commission, Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, Directorate of Criminal Investigations, and Office of the Registrar of Political Parties have formed a multi-agency committee to crack down on hate speech and incitement ahead of the 2027 General Election, warning that leaders found inciting Kenyans or spreading hate could be disqualified from the ballot.

    3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 6 May

  1. 96 political parties registered ahead of 2027 election

    The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties has confirmed that 96 political parties have been fully registered and issued certificates as Kenya prepares for the 2027 General Election. The Registrar urged parties to uphold integrity, strengthen internal democracy, and serve Kenyans through accountable leadership.

    6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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