IEBC Issues Fresh Notice Ahead of Ol-Kalou By-Election

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has invited applications from eligible organizations seeking accreditation as election observers and media practitioners for the Ol-Kalou Constituency Member of National Assembly by-election scheduled for July 16, 2026.

In a public notice dated June 2, IEBC said only accredited organizations will be allowed to participate in observing and covering the electoral process during the by-election.

“The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) invites applications from organizations wishing to be accredited as Election Observers and Media Practitioners for the Ol-Kalou Constituency Member of National Assembly (MNA) By-Election scheduled for 16th July 2026,” read part of the notice.

According to the commission, the accreditation is aimed at enhancing transparency and ensuring proper coverage and monitoring of the electoral process.

IEBC Calls for Observers and  Media Accreditation for Ol-Kalou By-Election

IEBC stated that interested organizations must submit their applications through the IEBC Accreditation Management System (AMS) at https://ams.iebc.or.ke.

The deadline for application submission is Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 5:00 pm.

In addition, the commission stressed that applicants must ensure access to a stable and reliable internet connection when submitting their details through the online system.

“Applicants must ensure access to a stable and reliable internet connection while submitting their details,” read part of the notice.

IEBC further noted that successful applicants will be issued accreditation badges that will grant access to polling stations and the constituency tallying centre during the by-election period.

The commission also reminded applicants that it does not pay election observers or media practitioners for their services during elections.

Nine Candidates for Ol Kalou Constituency By-Election

This comes after the IEBC cleared nine candidates to contest the upcoming Ol-Kalou Constituency parliamentary by-election scheduled for July 16.

Among those approved is United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate Samuel Muchina Nyagah, who was cleared to vie in the race.

Accompanied by senior leaders from the ruling party, Nyagah pledged to deliver development and effective leadership if elected.

The Jubilee Party is also seeking to retain the seat, which was previously held by former MP David Kiaraho, who was elected on a Jubilee ticket in the 2022 General Election.

In a notable moment during the clearance exercise, People’s Renaissance Movement candidate Timothy Kamau attracted attention after arriving at the offices on a donkey, drawing reactions from supporters present.

Other candidates cleared by the electoral body include Edwin Muchiri of the Party of National Unity (PNU), Stephen Wanyoike of the National Liberal Party (NLP), Rachael Njoroge, Edward Mwaniki of the Kenya Moja Movement, and Abdifatah Hussein of the Federal Party of Kenya.

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A screenshot of the notice on Ol-Kalou By-Election Accreditation for Observers and Media. Photo/ IEBC