Kenya's IEBC Nominee Vetting: Legal Challenge Casts Shadow on Elections

Kenya's IEBC Nominee Vetting Process Faces Legal Challenge Kenya's County Hall is where the Justice and Legal Affairs Committee is conducting approval hearings for the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) nominees. The process has faced a significant hurdle. Justice Mugambi raised serious constitutional concerns about the selection process. This led to a High Court intervention. "I've never been biased, even in KeNHA," stated Mary Karen Sorobit, an IEBC nominee, emphasizing her commitment to fair and lawful conduct. However, the High Court, while allowing Parliament to resume vetting the seven nominees, blocked their gazettement and swearing-in until a petition challenging the selection process is fully heard and determined. The video shows various nominees facing questions about their suitability and qualifications. The legal challenge adds uncertainty, but the continuation of the vetting process indicates a commitment to transparency. The outcome of the court case will significantly impact Kenya's upcoming elections.