IEBC Assures Leaders of Fair, Secure and Transparent By-Elections
Jan 29, 2026
The meeting discussed IEBC's readiness for vital electoral tasks including management of by-elections, electoral security, voter registration and procurement of election goods and services. The United Opposition leaders expressed concerns over insecurity in recent by-elections, urging the Commission to implement robust measures that will ensure voters exercise their democratic rights in a secure environment free from intimidation or undue influence.
IEBC Chairman Erastus Ethekon expressed delight at the engagement and reaffirmed the Commission's commitment in operating strictly within legal bounds, serving all Kenyans impartially regardless of political affiliation.
The meeting further underscored the vital need for trust and transparency in Kenya's electoral process, with leaders calling for effective stakeholder engagements to uphold fairness in fulfilling the Commission's constitutional mandate.
IEBC pledged to undertake structured stakeholder engagements with all electoral players, full transparency, adherence to consultative processes, and political neutrality to deliver a free, fair and verifiable election. The Commission further committed to regular consultative meetings with leaders from all political divide under an open-door policy.
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