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A new perception study by Infotrak reveals why many Kenyans lack trust in the IEBC:
❌ Lack of independence from the government
❌ Past irregularities
❌ Corruption within officials
❌ Lack of transparency
What are your thoughts?
Kenyans Speak Out: Confidence in IEBC at a Worrying 26%
The survey released today paint a stark picture of Kenyans’ trust in the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). The findings reveal a growing scepticism about the commission’s ability to conduct credible elections in 2027, with only 26% of respondents expressing confidence in its capacity to deliver free and fair polls.
Major Concerns Highlighted
The survey, conducted between November 16 and 30, 2024, revealed that a significant 54% of Kenyans lack confidence in the IEBC. Respondents pointed to key issues eroding trust, including:
• Lack of Transparency (60%): A prevailing perception that the commission operates in opacity.
• Corruption (47%): Allegations of malpractice among officials continue to dominate public discourse. • Past Irregularities (47%): Historical controversies cast a long shadow.
• Perceived Lack of Independence (19%): Concerns about government interference persist.
Challenges Facing the IEBC
Survey respondents identified several obstacles hindering the commission’s effectiveness, including:
• External Interference (39%) • Corruption (38%) • Lack of Commissioners (38%) • Inadequate Funding (23%) • Limited Resources (13%)
The Bigger Picture: Electoral Apathy
The survey also highlighted broader issues affecting Kenya’s electoral landscape:
• Electoral Apathy (50%): Half of the population feels disengaged from the democratic process.
• Unregistered Voters: 41% of Kenyans lack ID cards, preventing them from registering. Other barriers include distrust in the process (16%) and lack of awareness about registration procedures (10%).
• Public Participation: A staggering 75% of Kenyans report having never been involved in any form of public participation, undermining their ability to influence key decisions.
Priorities for Kenyans
Beyond electoral concerns, the survey found that Kenyans are grappling with pressing socioeconomic issues:
• Cost of Living (51%): The leading concern for most respondents. • Unemployment (36%) • Corruption (24%)
• Over-Taxation and NHIF-SHIF Migration (23%)
Rebuilding Trust
When asked how the IEBC could restore public confidence, respondents emphasized the need for:
• Ensuring Independence and Impartiality (40%)
• Conducting Free, Fair, and Transparent Elections (39%)
• Increasing Civic Education (29%) • Addressing Vote Rigging (29%)
Public Participation and Governance
When asked about public participation and whether the voice of Kenyan people can influence government decisions, 55% of respondents said they do not feel their voices can influence the government’s decision-making. Only 36% believe that Kenyans’ voices can have an impact.
Additionally, within the last year, a majority (75%) of Kenyans across all regions reported not being involved in any public participation forums. Only 21% said they had participated in such forums to give their views on governance processes, including development, legislation, and budget-making.
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Public Participation in Kenya
The recent perception study show that:
- 75% of Kenyans have not engaged in public participation forums in the past year.
- Only 21% took part to share views on governance, legislation, and budget-making.
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Kenyan Institutions Face a Trust Crisis:
- Media: Trusted moderately by 68%
- Religious Leaders: Trusted moderately by 63%
- IEBC: 27% express no trust
- Executive & National Assembly: 37% express no trust
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