IEBC finalises draft campaign financing rules after public participation
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in Kenya is finalizing new campaign financing regulations following nationwide public consultations. The framework aims to establish spending limits and improve transparency in future elections.
Why it matters
Clear campaign financing rules are essential for maintaining electoral integrity and public trust in democratic processes.
IEBC Technical Working Group chairperson speaks during the opening of the retreat on August 4, 2026/IEBC
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is finalising a new Election Campaign Financing Framework after completing nationwide stakeholder engagement and public participation forums across the counties.
The framework is expected to set out proposed rules governing campaign financing, including contribution and spending limits for political parties and candidates ahead of future elections.
The IEBC Technical Working Group (TWG), with support from Transparency International Kenya (TI-K), is currently consolidating views and recommendations submitted by members of the public, political parties and other stakeholders during the consultations.
The team is meeting to analyse the submissions and incorporate relevant proposals into the draft framework.
Opening the retreat on behalf of the Commission’s CEO, TWG chairperson Obadiah Keitany said the extensive engagement process had generated diverse views that would help shape a practical and inclusive framework.
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