Erastus Ethekon
Erastus Ethekon is a former Turkana County attorney who is currently vying for the chairperson role of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). He has gained attention in the media for his commitment to addressing electoral challenges in Kenya, promising to learn from past mistakes and streamline the election process. Ethekon has highlighted the urgency of pending electoral matters, including by-elections and boundary delimitation, and he emphasizes the need for collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure successful elections.
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Erastus Ethekon is the Chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
IEBC reports 45 per cent voter turnout in by-elections by 1pm
Kenya· 2026-02-26Erastus Ethekon is the chair of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
IEBC sued over 'secret deal' with SmartmaticKenya· 2026-02-25
Erastus Ethekon's team had requested an additional Sh22 billion in funding for the IEBC budget proposal.
'Wasteful' priorities: MPs reject IEBC's Sh64 billion budgetKenya· 2026-02-25Erastus Ethekon is the Chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) who warned against voter intimidation during the by-elections.
IEBC warns against voter intimidation ahead of Thursday's by-electionsKenya· 2026-02-24Erastus Ethekon is the chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission.
LSK decides: Lawyers head to the polls to elect new leaders (Photos)Kenya· 2026-02-19
Erastus Ethekon announced Sunkuli's appointment and the fast-tracking of the recruitment for a substantive CEO.
Moses Ledama Sunkuli appointed new IEBC acting CEOKenya· 2026-02-05
The commission’s chairperson Erastus Ethekon reiterated that Marjan’s exit was a mutually agreed separation.
Opposition signals court showdown after Marjan's exit as IEBC CEOKenya· 2026-02-04
Erastus Ethekon is the Chairperson of the IEBC addressing a media briefing on electoral boundaries.
IEBC seeks legal reforms, warns Sh22b shortfall could threaten 2027 pollsKenya· 2026-02-02Erastus Ethekon has explained why the commission will not undertake a full boundary delimitation exercise ahead of the 2027 General Election.
Why a full boundary review is unlikely before 2027 pollsKenya· 2026-01-27Erastus Ethekon leads the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission as it prepares for the 2027 elections.
Impartiality is the biggest test for Ethekon and entire electoral commissionKenya· 2025-12-17Erastus Ethekon has cautioned political players against attempts to infiltrate or intimidate election officials.
IEBC warns political actors against trying to influence election officialsKenya· 2025-12-08
Erastus Ethekon has cautioned political players against renewed attempts to infiltrate or intimidate election officials.
IEBC warns political actors against trying to influence election officialsKenya· 2025-12-08Erastus Ethekon is the Chair of the IEBC who condemned the incidents of violence during the by-elections.
IEBC convenes high-stakes review of violence-marred by-electionsKenya· 2025-12-07
Erastus Ethekon is the chairperson of the IEBC who assured voters of a secure and peaceful environment during the by-elections.
It's all systems go for Thursday's by-elections - IEBCKenya· 2025-11-26Erastus Ethekon is the chairman of the Independent Elections and Boundary Commission (IEBC) overseeing the distribution of ballot papers for upcoming by-elections.
Distribution of ballot papers for mini polls startsKenya· 2025-11-21
Erastus Ethekon, the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, led the receipt of the first shipment of ballot materials for the upcoming by-elections.
IEBC receives first batch of by-election ballot papersKenya· 2025-11-19Erastus Ethekon is the chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) overseeing the Kasipul by-election.
IEBC summons Kasipul by-election candidates over violenceKenya· 2025-11-14
Erastus Ethekon is the Chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and commented on the voter registration progress.
Only 90,000 register as voters in a month IEBCKenya· 2025-11-04Erastus Ethekon reported that as of 31 October 2025, a total of 90,020 new voters had registered.
IEBC registers 90,000 new voters countrywideKenya· 2025-11-03Erastus Ethekon is the chair of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) who commented on the voter registration progress.
Nyamira trails in voter registration so far - IEBCKenya· 2025-10-10Erastus Ethekon is the chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) who defended the introduction of iris recognition as a biometric identifier.
IEBC may miss the 6 million voters target, ELOG warnsKenya· 2025-10-08
IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon stated that delays in reconstituting the Commission had slowed electoral processes.
Want to vie in November mini-polls? What you need to knowKenya· 2025-09-06
IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon stated that delays in reconstituting the Commission had slowed electoral processes.
Want to vie in November mini-polls? What you need to knowKenya· 2025-09-01Erastus Ethekon explained the CVR will allow citizens to enrol, update their records, or transfer to new polling stations.
Voter registration to resume on September 29 ahead of 2027 pollsKenya· 2025-08-28
Erastus Ethekon, the IEBC chairperson, stated that the replacement of Orwoba was done in line with electoral laws.
Drama at Parliament as ousted Senator Orwoba blocks gateKenya· 2025-08-27
Chairperson Erastus Ethekon listed 16 ward by-elections across the country.
IEBC calls for continuous voter education amid budget constraintsKenya· 2025-08-25
Erastus Ethekon is the chairperson of the IEBC who gazetted the by-elections.
November by-elections set stage for Ruto, Gachagua, Raila showdownKenya· 2025-08-10
Erastus Ethekon is the chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) who announced the preparations for the mini-polls.
IEBC to release mini poll calendar in one weekKenya· 2025-08-07
Erastus Ethekon, the IEBC Chairperson, echoed the electoral agency’s position on the preparations for the 2027 polls.
2027 polls will proceed as scheduled, IEBC CEO Marjan saysKenya· 2025-08-06
Erastus Ethekon is the Chairperson of the IEBC who stated that the commission cannot facilitate the recall of Members of Parliament due to a lack of legal framework.
Why you cannot recall your MP just yetKenya· 2025-07-30
