NAIROBI, Kenya, September 27, 2025 – The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will resume continuous voter registration (CVR) on Monday, September 29, 2025, across the country. The exercise is anchored in the 2010 Constitution, which guarantees citizens the right to register and vote.
What Continuous Voter Registration Means
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), IEBC explained that CVR allows citizens to enroll in the voter register at any time outside of an election period.
“Article 88 of the Constitution requires the Commission to carry out continuous registration of citizens as voters and regular revision of the voters’ roll. Your Vote, Your Future,” the commission said.
Voters can register at any IEBC constituency office, except in areas currently holding by-elections.
Services Offered During Registration
At voter registration stations, IEBC will provide several services, including:
- New voter registration
- Correction or update of details
- Transfer of registration to a different electoral area
- Verification of voter details
IEBC has outlined strict eligibility requirements for new voters:
- Must be a Kenyan citizen aged 18 years or older
- Possess a valid Kenyan ID card or passport
- Not previously registered as a voter
- Not convicted of an election offence in the last five years
- Not declared to be of unsound mind
For more details on voter registration requirements, read our guide on Kenya’s election process.
Declining Public Trust in IEBC
The announcement comes amid growing public skepticism about IEBC’s ability to deliver free and fair elections.
A new TIFA survey, released on September 24, 2025, revealed that only 18 percent of Kenyans are “very confident” in the commission. This marks a steep decline from 58 percent in August 2022, shortly after the last general election.
Another 26 percent of respondents said they were “somewhat confident,” while 48 percent admitted they have no confidence at all. About 8 percent remain undecided.
Confidence has been sliding steadily. In May 2025, public trust stood at 20 percent. By September, it had dropped further, reflecting persistent concerns about the commission’s credibility.
Why Confidence Is Eroding
Analysts point to disputes over election results, leadership wrangles within the commission, and delays in implementing electoral reforms. According to The Standard, failure to address transparency issues has fueled doubts among voters.
The crisis of confidence is particularly worrying as Kenya heads toward a by-election on November 27, 2025, and the 2027 General Election.
Why Continuous Registration Matters
Despite declining trust, IEBC insists that continuous voter registration remains crucial for expanding Kenya’s democratic space.
The commission says CVR ensures every eligible citizen can participate in shaping the country’s future. It also gives Kenyans an opportunity to update their details, especially after relocating or changing constituencies.
Civic groups have urged the public not to boycott the process, arguing that registering to vote strengthens accountability. As one activist told sauce.co.ke: “Confidence in institutions may be low, but voting is still the most powerful way Kenyans can influence change.”
Outlook Ahead of 2027
With less than two years before the next general election, IEBC faces a dual challenge: conducting smooth voter registration and rebuilding trust.
Observers say that unless reforms are fast-tracked, low confidence could dampen voter turnout in 2027. A recent Africa News report noted that declining trust in electoral bodies is not unique to Kenya but is a trend seen across parts of Africa.
For now, IEBC is urging Kenyans to take advantage of the CVR exercise, reminding citizens that “Your Vote, Your Future.”
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