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She reminded public officers that the law prohibits them from participating in political campaigns and urged Parliament and other stakeholders to prioritise reforms to strengthen Kenya's electoral laws, particularly on campaign financing, ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Photo credit: Boniface Mwangi | Nation Media Group Her remarks come in the wake of criticism over the distribution of cash, branded items and the launch of development projects by the government during campaigns for Thursday’s Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, with opposition leaders accusing the Kenya Kwanza administration of using state resources to influence voters.
Ms Nderitu also said the commission has yet to take a position on whether former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is eligible to contest the 2027 General Election following his impeachment.
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