Also known as: NYC
Conducts elections to represent Kenya's youth, held elections in July 2026 after a 14-year gap amid court challenges and registration issues.
Verbatim sentences from the source article.
The Standard
Audio By VocalizeThe High Court in Kiambu has suspended the implementation of the Gazette Notice that set the dates for the 2026 National Youth Council (NYC) elections. …
High Court suspends 2026 National Youth Council electionsCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 1 – Youth leaders from across Kenya have demanded the postponement of National Youth Council (NYC) elections, citing cancelled voter education sessions, portal failures and low registration ahead of ward-level voting scheduled for October 9. …
Youth leaders demand NYC polls postponement over voter education, portal failuresThe Standard
… Participatory democracy requires meaningful public involvement, stronger county forums and a properly resourced National Youth Council. …
Kenya's youth have shown up, where are authorities?The Standard
… He also pointed to the Youth Enterprise Development Fund framework, National Youth Council Act, East Africa Youth Policy and African Youth Charter as instruments supporting youth empowerment. …
Sports CS Mvurya: Youth, creatives and athletes face financial challengesThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeA group of youth has launched a nationwide campaign against crime, political violence and their exploitation, with leaders from the Professional Criminologists Association of Kenya (PCAK), the National Police Service, the National Youth Council and the Independen …
Youth launch nationwide anti-crime campaign ahead of 2027 electionsCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 28 — The National Youth Council (NYC) has launched its voter registration and candidate nomination portal ahead of elections scheduled for October 9 to 30, 2026, marking the first such polls in 14 years. …
National Youth Council Elections 2026: Registration opens ahead of October pollsCitizen Digital
High Court stops National Youth Council elections amid transparency concerns By Dzuya Walter July 10, 2026 09:10 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter File image of a judge's gavel. …
High Court stops National Youth Council elections amid transparency concernsCapital News
KISUMU, Kenya Jul 1 – Youth leaders in Kisumu have demanded transparency in the upcoming National Youth Council (NYC) elections, raising concerns over the lack of information on candidates and voters just days before the scheduled polls. …
Kisumu Youth Question Credibility of National Youth Council ElectionsThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeNational Youth Council Acting CEO Gloria Wawira during the 25th episode of the Sema na Spox – Bonga na Gava podcast at Harambee Annex, Nairobi. …
Government ends 14-year wait for youth representationCitizen Digital
National Youth Council set to reboot with 2026 elections, targets unemployment crisis By Brian Okello April 24, 2026 12:06 (EAT) National Youth Council (NYC) Chief Executive Officer, Gloria Wawira. …
National Youth Council set to reboot with 2026 elections, targets unemployment crisisThe High Court in Kiambu has suspended implementation of the Gazette Notice setting dates for the 2026 National Youth Council elections, which were scheduled for October 9, 16, and 30. The Ministry of Youth Affairs says it will comply with the court order and await further directions.
8 October 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court in Kiambu has suspended implementation of the Gazette Notice setting dates for the 2026 National Youth Council elections, which were scheduled for October 9, 16, and 30. The Ministry of Youth Affairs says it will comply with the court order and await further directions.
8 October 2026 · The Standard →
Youth leaders across Kenya have demanded the postponement of National Youth Council elections scheduled for October 9, citing cancelled voter education sessions, portal failures, and low registration of only 207,000 young people against an estimated youth population of 15 million.
1 October 2026 · Capital News →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's youth, who comprise close to 57 per cent of the voting bloc, have demonstrated civic engagement through digital organising and peaceful protest — notably forcing withdrawal of the Finance Bill in 2024 — and questions whether authorities are meeting them with adequate response as the country approaches the 2027 General Election.
25 September 2026 · The Standard →
Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya told the Senate that young people in Kenya's creative and sports industries face financial insecurity, intense public scrutiny, limited career opportunities, mental health pressures and post-retirement uncertainty. The Government has outlined measures including mental health support for creatives, improved athlete welfare programmes, and stronger youth empowerment initiatives.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
A group of youth has launched a nationwide campaign called "Crime Must Fall" against crime, political violence and youth exploitation, with support from the Professional Criminologists Association of Kenya, National Police Service, National Youth Council and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority, aiming to mobilise young people across Kenya's 47 counties to prevent crime and reject their use as instruments of violence.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
The National Youth Council has launched its voter registration and candidate nomination portal ahead of elections scheduled for October 9 to 30, 2026, the first in 14 years. The government is adopting a whole-of-government approach to mobilise young people across the country and encourage participation in decision-making.
28 August 2026 · Capital News →
The High Court in Kisumu issued conservatory orders temporarily stopping the National Youth Council elections at ward, constituency, and national levels after a constitutional petition challenged the exercise. Justice Alfred Mabeya barred respondents from conducting elections until they comply with the National Youth Council (Election of Certain Council Members) Regulations, 2021, and directed publication of a verified, publicly accessible final voters' register.
10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Youth leaders in Kisumu have called for transparency in the upcoming National Youth Council elections, saying they had not received the list of aspirants or voters' register despite the polls being scheduled for Sunday. They urged the Ministry of Youth Affairs and the National Youth Council Secretariat to make the process open and credible to prevent disputes and safeguard young people's interests.
1 July 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya will conduct National Youth Council elections from July 5 to 27, the first in 14 years, ending a representation gap for youth. The elections will involve 8,700 ward-level delegates who will progressively elect representatives up to the national level, where 580 constituency delegates will choose eight council members.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →
The National Youth Council is preparing for its first elections since 2019, with CEO Gloria Wawira emphasising a renewed focus on youth representation and employment. The Council aims to bridge young people and job opportunities, including the government's Kazi Majuu programme, through tools like the Youth Passport, while promoting participation in the upcoming elections.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →