Preventing reoccurring electoral nightmares requires work. As national and county administrations hit the mid-point for their 100-day promises, election observer groups have begun to release their 2022 election reports. What lessons and insights do they offer for the 2027 General Elections?
As expected, President William Ruto’s inauguration was powerfully coordinated, attended by thousands and watched by millions.
Anti-slavery campaigner Fredrick Douglas reminds us power concedes nothing in the absence of organized public demand by those most affected.
The swearing-in of 350 Members of Parliament and 67 senators one week after the governors’ inauguration, establishes the second of four arms of the Kenyan state. These two organs are among the nation’s most important oversight and legislative institutions.
Though not yet over, the 2022 General Elections came with notable positives. We saw a relatively peaceful pre-election period, improved nomination processes and more women stepping forward to vie for elective office. Kenyans conducted themselves peacefully during the elections and we commend the National Police Service for their professional conduct in protecting Kenyans as well as providing security during this sensitive period. We also commend all independent offices, constitutional commissions, peace and mediation teams for their oversight and response to the few incidents of election offences reported.
My attention was torn between watching the Supreme Court proceedings and the transitions unfolding across 47 county governments this week. With Fernandes Barasa and Abdulswamad Nassir elected in Kakamega and Mombasa, the Council of Governors (CoG) is now complete. What are some of the early signs of leadership and opportunity? How do the new governors and their deputies avoid the cycle of impeachment and one-term return home package?
As the Supreme Court adjudicates the third consecutive presidential petition since the promulgation of the Constitution 12 years ago, Kenyans must appreciate that the country has had a paradigm shift in terms of electoral dispute resolution. During the post-election violence of 2007, the courts were largely seen as a nonviable avenue of justice because judges were perceived as part of the Executive.
By Fred_News (self media writer)
In colourful ceremonies across the country, 45 diverse governors were sworn in on Thursday. They will lead the third generation of county governments and justifiably, public expectations are high.
INTIMIDATION OF IEBC OFFICIALS AND THE MURDER OF DANIEL MUSYOKA