Kenyans urged to register as voters at Huduma Centres across the country ahead of 2027 elections

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is urging eligible Kenyans to visit Huduma Centres across the country for voter registration services ahead of the 2027 General Election. In a statement posted on X on August 25, 2026, Huduma Kenya reminded the public that IEBC registration services are still available at their centres, stating, "Bado tunapiga shughuli. IEBC registration services are still available at Huduma Centres. Visit your nearest centre to access the service."

The voter registration reminder comes as preparations for the 2027 elections intensify, with the voters' register expected to be a critical focus. Eligible Kenyans can register as new voters or update their existing details at these centres. To qualify, individuals must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid Kenyan national identification document or passport.

The IEBC is working to expand the national voters' register, projecting it to grow to approximately 28.5 million voters by 2027, up from 22.1 million registered voters in 2022. As of August 20, 2026, 2,936,516 Kenyans had registered to vote, according to the commission. The IEBC has also extended voter registration to 26 additional countries, aiming to boost diaspora participation in the 2027 polls.

Continuous voter registration began on September 29, 2025, and will continue until the official voter register is finalized. The commission plans to use biometric technology to verify voters, identify deceased individuals, and eliminate duplicate registrations. The IEBC will conduct an independent forensic audit of the voters' register before its use in the 2027 General Election.

Key electoral timelines have been published, including the deadline for public officers seeking elective positions to resign by February 10, 2027, and the closure of political party primaries and disputes by May 8, 2027. Candidate registration is set to take place between May 29 and June 11, 2027, depending on the position, with the official campaign period beginning after candidate registration but not before May 29 and concluding on August 7, three days prior to polling day. The IEBC warns that campaigning outside the designated timeframe will be unlawful.