30% of Kenyans concerned about political interference in 2027 general elections – TIFA
A section of Kenyans is concerned about political interference in the 2027 general elections.
According to a report by Trends and Insights for Africa (TIFA) released on Wednesday , May 7, 2025, 30 percent of Kenyans are concerned about political interference.
“Kenyans are also concerned about corruption and vote theft, lack of trust in the Independent and Electoral Commission (IEBC) and violence represented 29 percent, 23 percent and 7 percent respectively,” reads the report in part.
Further, the report reveals that public confidence in the IEBC vetting process is likely influenced by how individuals perceive the credibility of past elections.
” Those who believe previous elections were fair tend to trust the current process, while those who view past elections as flawed express deep scepticism,” the report reads in part.
IEBC chairperson
This comes a day after President William Ruto formally received the report on the recruitment of nominees for the positions of chairperson and commissioners of IEBC, marking a significant step toward reconstituting the country’s electoral body.
The report was presented to the Head of State at State House, Nairobi, by the IEBC Selection Panel led by Nelson Makanda, following the conclusion of a comprehensive vetting and interview process.
President Ruto commended the panel for what he termed “commendable and diligent work” in executing their mandate.
“This morning, I received the report on the recruitment of nominees for the positions of Chairperson and Members of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) from the IEBC Selection Panel at State House, Nairobi,” he said.
The president affirmed his commitment to upholding constitutional procedures, stating that he will nominate the shortlisted candidates and forward their names to the National Assembly for vetting and approval.
“In accordance with the provisions of the IEBC Act, I will nominate and transmit the names to the National Assembly in full fidelity to the constitutional principles that guide our system of governance,” added.
Candidates
The submission of the report follows the successful conclusion of a month-long interview process. The IEBC Selection Panel wrapped up the interviews for the chairperson position on March 26, having assessed 11 candidates including former Judiciary Chief Registrar Anne Amadi and ex-CIC Chairperson Charles Nyachae.
Other candidates interviewed for the top post included Saul Simiyu Wasilwa, Abdulqadir Lorot Ramadhan, Joy Mdivo, Edward Katama Ngeywa, Erastus Edung Ethekon, Francis Kakai Kissinger, Jacob Ngwele Muvengei, Lilian Wanjiku Manegene, and Robert Akumu Asembo.
