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May joy fill your hearts and guide our Nation forward. Happy Easter.

Looks like the April Fools' Day prank did its job, it flew right over our @IEBCKenya social media admin’s head. But jokes aside, let’s not let the moment distract us from what truly matters. No pranks here, just a genuine call to action. 🇰🇪 Kenyans, especially the youth, this is your moment. Take advantage of the ongoing enhanced voter registration exercise across the country and make your voice count. Be part of the decision by registering as a voter. Step up today. Tell your friends, your family, your whole squad. Let’s channel that same energy into shaping our democracy.

Happy Eid ul Fitr The @IEBCKenya extends warm greetings to all Kenyans celebrating Eid ul Fitr. May the spirit of compassion and togetherness that define this season strengthen our nation. @EEEthekon, HSC @IEBCKenya CHAIRMAN

Last week at the #PDF2026 People Dialogue Festival, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) had the pleasure of engaging with thousands of Kenyans who showed up ready to talk about the future of our democracy. Special shout-out to the young people! Mlijitokeza kwa wingi sana, full of energy, full ideas, na VIBES za kujenga nchi. From bold conversations about electoral reforms to innovative suggestions on technology and civic participation, you showed that the future of Kenya’s democracy iko safe mikononi mwa youth. We were also excited to see many of you mkijisajili kama voters during the forum. That step may look simple, but hapo ndio democracy huanza. Kura yako Sauti yako! And this is just the beginning. Later this month, the Commission will be launching an enhanced voter registration exercise where our registration clerks will be deployed across the country to bring voter registration services closer to the people. Tutakuwa karibu na wewe kwa ground so that every eligible Kenyan gets the chance to register. To everyone who pulled up, shared ideas, challenged us, and registered to vote, Tunasema asanteni sana! The Commission remains committed to listening, engaging, and working with all Kenyans as we continue building transparent, credible, and inclusive elections. Tuko pamoja. Democracy ni yetu sote.

On this International Women’s Day, we celebrate the courage, leadership, and resilience of women across Kenya who continue to shape the future of our democracy. Women are not only participants in our electoral processes but they are leaders, decision-makers, and drivers of national progress. A stronger democracy is built when women’s voices are fully heard and represented. As the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, we reaffirm our commitment to inclusive elections and equal participation for all. Happy International Women’s Day!

Erastus Edung Ethekon, HSC, Chairperson IEBC, at the People’s Dialogue Festival: “At the People’s Dialogue Festival, we believe dialogue is essential at every stage of the electoral process from planning and execution to post-event evaluation. Forums such as this provide an important opportunity for engagement. Through such dialogue, we are able to demystify certain issues and address narratives circulating in the public space. Engagement enables citizens and stakeholders to better understand how we operate how we manage and handle data, maintain the integrity of the voter register, and uphold the safeguards that ensure the security of the electoral process. These are the kinds of conversations we must continue to have as a country. We must remain open and engaged on matters of trust, confidence, accountability, and transparency.” #FormNiDialogue #YourVoteYourFuture #TalkwithIEBC #StopFakeNews

Mlisema Siri ni Numbers, tumewaskia! Tumewaletea voter registration hapo Uhuru Park kutoka 4th hadi 7th March, kwenye People's Dialogues Festival. Tunakuja Kubanja!

The Commission expresses its sincere appreciation to Kenyans in the four by-election areas who turned out to vote. The Commission further acknowledges and commends its staff for their dedication, diligence, and professionalism in the planning and conduct of the by-elections. The Commission also recognizes and appreciates the support of stakeholders and partners who contributed to the successful conduct of the by-elections. By-election results are accessible to the public on the Commission’s results portal: forms.iebc.or.ke #26thFebByelections | #YourVoteYourFuture | #TalkwithIEBC | #StopFakeNews

Today marks another important democratic moment as polling takes place for the Member of the National Assembly for Isiolo South Constituency and the Members of the County Assembly for West Kabras, Muminji, and Evurore Wards. I call upon all registered voters in these electoral areas to turn out in large numbers and peacefully exercise your constitutional right to vote. Your participation strengthens our democracy and ensures that your voice shapes the leadership and future of your communities. Polling stations opened at 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Any time lost during opening procedures will be duly compensated at closing, and all voters who will be in the queue by 5:00 p.m. will be allowed to cast their vote. Let us uphold peace, order, and unity throughout the day. Your Vote. Your Voice. Your Future.

The IEBC, led by Chairperson @EEEthekon, on Friday held a consultative meeting with the Committee to Oversee the Implementation of the Ten-Point Agenda and the NADCO Report (COIN-10). The COIN-10 delegation was led by Chairperson Senator Dr. Agnes Zani. IEBC's preps for 2027.

The @IEBCKenya, led by the Chairperson, @EEEthekon , today held a meeting with @UNDPKenya , attended by the Resident Representative in Kenya, @JLStalon . The meeting reviewed the electoral needs assessment mission (NAM) report by @UNDPKenya . The NAM was undertaken from 6th to 14th October 2025. #26thFebByElections #TalkwithIEBC #StopFakeNews #YourVoteYourFuture

Productive discussions between @IEBCKenya's Chairperson Erastus Ethekon @EEEthekon and our Resident Representative @JLStalon on strengthening collaboration to support a credible, peaceful and inclusive 2027 General Election.

@IEBCKenya today held a Prayer Breakfast Meeting with the Evangelical Alliance of Kenya (EAK), bringing together faith leaders and Commissioners to reflect, pray and engage on the country’s electoral journey ahead of the 2027 General Election. While addressing the gathering, IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon underscored the importance of moral leadership, national unity, and collective responsibility in safeguarding Kenya’s democratic processes. He noted that the engagement with the faith community reflects the Commission’s commitment to inclusivity, dialogue, and trust-building. #26thFebByElections #TalkwithIEBC #StopFakeNews #YourVoteYourFuture

The @IEBCKenya has resolved to undertake the review of Constituency and Ward boundaries through a phased approach, following a comprehensive assessment of constitutional requirements, judicial guidance, resource considerations, and the national electoral calendar. This decision reflects the Commission’s commitment to upholding constitutionalism while safeguarding the integrity and preparedness of the electoral process. Download: bit.ly/3LPKO9M #26thFebByElections #TalkwithIEBC #StopFakeNews #YourVoteYourFuture

Global Voices at #IICDEM2026 The delegate from Kenya shares how the conference blended thoughtful dialogue with cultural richness, creating a memorable and valuable learning journey. #ECI #IIIDEM

I was honoured to lead Kenya’s delegation to New Delhi for the India International Conference on Democracy and Election Management (IICDEM) 2026, a truly enriching global forum that brought together 43 Heads of Electoral Management Bodies and 23 international missions. The conference provided a vital platform for dialogue on strengthening democratic processes, learning from one another, and building resilient electoral systems. Through open exchange, we deepened our shared understanding of contemporary electoral challenges, best practices, innovation, and the co-creation of practical solutions. I held a bilateral meeting with @ECISVEEP’s Chief Elections Commissioner, Shri Gyanesh Kumar, during which we exchanged views on our shared vision, insights, and key areas of collaboration. Particular emphasis was placed on advancing electoral technology and structured knowledge-sharing between EMBs, identified as critical pillars for future cooperation. I also had the opportunity to lead discussions on two thematic priorities: technology-driven voter registration and the Model Code of Conduct as implemented by @IEBCKenya, both of which generated valuable comparative insights. These engagements reaffirm the importance of global partnerships in safeguarding democratic ideals and continuously improving electoral integrity.

Global dialogue for stronger elections CEC Shri Gyanesh Kumar held a bilateral meeting with the Head of Delegation from Kenya during IICDEM-2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi #ECI #IIIDEM #IICDEM2026

Wishing you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2026.

@IEBCKenya Chairperson @EEEthekon today led a high-level Stakeholder Engagement Forum reviewing the November 27th By-Elections. The session, supported by @CMDKenya, brought together political parties, observers, security agencies, civil society, and the media. In his address, the Chairperson provided a clear and candid account of the electoral process. He outlined the Commission’s preparation efforts, including recruitment and training of officials, deployment of KIEMS kits, enforcement of the Electoral Code of Conduct and the management of multiple security environments across the 22 by-elections.

Stakeholder Engagement Forum on the Just Concluded November 27th By-Elections. Click on link below to follow live Facebook facebook.com/share/v/1CSF1s…