Kenya: IEBC Launches Public Hearings On Campaign Spending Rules Ahead of 2027 Polls

Nairobi — The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has kicked off nationwide public participation forums on proposed election campaign financing rules and spending limits, in preparations for the 2027 General Election.

The consultations, which began simultaneously in Mombasa, Kisumu, Garissa and Eldoret on Monday, are seeking public and stakeholder input on the Draft Election Campaign Financing Regulations, 2026, as well as proposed contribution and expenditure ceilings for candidates and political parties.

The electoral agency said similar forums will be held in the remaining county clusters on Tuesday before the draft regulations are refined and published.