IEBC sets February 10 deadline for public officers eyeing 2027 seats
NAIROBI, Kenya Aug 20 – Public officers planning to contest for elective seats in the 2027 General Election have been given until February 10, 2027, to resign from office. The…
On August 20, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in Kenya informed public officers who plan to run in the 2027 General Election that they must resign from their positions by February 10, 2027. IEBC Chair Erastus Ethekon announced this deadline, which is six months before the election date of August 10, 2027.
The commission emphasized that adhering to these timelines is non-negotiable and legally binding, crucial for the smooth running of the election. Despite ongoing debates about the election's timing, the IEBC confirmed that Kenyans will vote on Tuesday, August 10, 2027.
Political parties must submit membership lists and details of candidates for party primaries by March 16, 2027, with all primaries and their disputes to be completed by May 8. Independent candidates must also meet their legal requirements by the same date. Presidential aspirants need to present a list of supporting voters from a majority of Kenya’s counties by May 24, 2027.
Candidate registration commences on May 29, 2027, with distinct deadlines for various positions. The official campaign period will start once candidates are registered but cannot begin earlier. Violations of the Electoral Code of Conduct by the IEBC could lead to severe penalties, including fines, restrictions on public gatherings, and potential exclusion from future elections.
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