Kenya's General Election Set for August 10, 2027

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission confirmed Tuesday, August 10, 2027, as the date for Kenya’s General Election, covering the presidency, Senate, National Assembly, governorships, and county positions.

Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon signed the formal notice, published under constitutional provisions and available on the IEBC website along with detailed schedules from August 2026 gazettes.

This step formalizes months of preparations, including key deadlines for resignations, party primaries, nominations, campaigns, and financing rules, as the commission advances voter registration and logistics.