IEBC restores voter verification portal days after uproar

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced that its voter verification portal is now back online following a period of scheduled system maintenance.

The move comes after several Kenyans raised concerns over what appeared to be missing voter registration data.

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“The Voter Verification Portal is back–up and running! We appreciate your patience during the maintenance period. Check your voter details now,” the commission said in a post shared on its official X on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

Earlier on Sunday, July 6, 2025, the IEBC responded to public outcry over claims that voter registration records were missing. Many Kenyans had taken to social media, sharing screenshots and expressing fears that their data from the 2022 General Election had disappeared.

However, the Commission swiftly moved to reassure the public.

“We wish to assure all Kenyans that the registration details of the 22,120,458 registered voters, as recorded during the 2022 General Election, remain intact and secure,” read part of the official statement.

System upgrade to modernise elections

The IEBC explained that the temporary inaccessibility was due to planned system maintenance aimed at migrating the portal to a more advanced and secure infrastructure. The improvements are part of efforts to modernise Kenya’s electoral systems ahead of future polls.

“This essential maintenance is part of ongoing migration to new infrastructure aimed at enhancing service delivery through improved system performance and security,” the statement added.

The Commission expressed gratitude to the public for their patience and apologised for any inconvenience caused. They also reiterated their commitment to transparency, data protection, and ensuring voter trust ahead of the next electoral cycle.

According to IEBC, the voter verification portal is a vital tool that allows citizens to confirm their registration status and ensure that their details are accurate before participating in elections. The public is encouraged to verify their voter details via the restored portal and follow IEBC’s official website and social media channels for future updates.