Joy Masinde Mdivo

Joy Masinde Mdivo is a candidate for the position of chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in Kenya, known for her extensive 23-year career as an advocate and human rights defender. She currently serves as the chairperson of the Kenya Power Board of Directors and has previously acted as an accredited IEBC election observer, involved in adjudicating election disputes. Mdivo aims to restore public confidence in the IEBC by prioritizing staff training, adopting advanced technology for election processes, and reducing financial dependence on the government. Despite her qualifications, her candidacy has faced scrutiny due to her role in the United Democratic Alliance party, raising concerns about her impartiality in overseeing elections.