Wafula Chebukati
Wafula Chebukati is a prominent Kenyan lawyer and public servant who served as the Chairman of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) from 2017 to 2023. He gained national attention for his role in overseeing the contentious 2022 presidential elections in Kenya, navigating significant political pressure and threats to ensure the integrity of the electoral process. Following his retirement, Chebukati has been in the news due to ongoing health concerns, having battled a recurring illness that required treatment in Germany.
Born on Dec 19, 1961 (63 years old)
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Kenya:
Chairman Wafula Chebukati's death was celebrated by some on social media, which is unprecedented in Kenya.
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Kenya:
The lack of commissioners until thus far was occasioned by the exit of former chairman Wafula Chebukati.
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Kenya:
Among the notable candidates seeking to fill the positions left vacant by the late IEBC Chairperson Wafula Chebukati and his team are former Chief Registrar of the Judiciary Anne Amadi.
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Kenya:
The late Wafula Chebukati was involved in the management of the presidential election results in Kenya.
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Kenya:
Wafula Chebukati was the former chairperson of the IEBC who is now deceased.
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Kenya:
Wafula Chebukati is a former IEBC chairman whose burial was referenced by Natembeya in relation to threats against him.
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Kenya:
Wafula Chebukati was the former chair of the IEBC and is referenced in relation to his wife's appointment.
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Kenya:
The role of IEBC chairperson has remained vacant for over two years following the exit of the late Wafula Chebukati.
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Kenya:
The position has been vacant for over two years following the exit of the late Wafula Chebukati.
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Kenya:
Former IEBC chairperson Wafula Chebukati announced presidential results which were different from those announced by four other commissioners in 2022.
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