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Justice Gregory Mutai issued the interim order while hearing a petition filed by advocate Gilbert Njoroge, who is challenging aspects of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission’s voter registration technology and its compliance with legal requirements on the publication of the voters’ register.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Otieno claimed the campaign period had been characterised by widespread reports of voter bribery, intimidation and destruction of property, which he said were eroding public confidence in the electoral process
In a statement issued on Monday, LSK said allegations of voter bribery, misuse of public resources, political intimidation, violence and inflammatory rhetoric surrounding the July 16 mini-poll should be addressed through investigations and prosecutions rather than delaying the election.
IGAD has deployed a 17-member election observation mission to Djibouti ahead of the April 10, 2026 presidential vote, pledging to assess the polls against national and international standards.
African Union (AU) officials, together with COMESA and IGAD, noted the smooth conduct at locations they monitored, but pointed to intimidation, arrests, and abductions affecting opposition figures and civil society, which they said “instilled fear and eroded public trust in the electoral process.”
IEBC said only eligible organisations will be considered and that all applications must be submitted through its online platform.
Addressing the nation, President Suluhu said all observer groups had already released their preliminary reports following the elections, and the government appreciates their presence and observations.
In an address to the nation, President Suluhu expressed sorrow over the loss of lives, destruction of property, and disruption of peace witnessed in several cities and towns.