Low turnout in Kenya’s election re-run
Kenya today went to the polls with reports of some polling station officials not turning up to their stations fearing they could face intimidation for taking part in the election.
Thu, 26 Oct 2017 14:24:31 GMT
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AI Generated Summary
- Reports of low voter turnout and postponed voting in some areas raise concerns over the election's legitimacy
- Raila Odinga's boycott campaign targeting the young electorate has led to mixed voter participation
- Challenges, including court rulings questioning the legitimacy of polling officers, add complexity to the election process
Kenya's election re-run today has been marked by low voter turnout and concerns over the legitimacy of the poll. Reports have surfaced of polling station officials not showing up due to fears of intimidation, following opposition leader Raila Odinga's call for a boycott. CNBC Africa's Charles Gitonga reported live from Nairobi, highlighting the mixed turnout across different regions. Some areas like Yambu saw vibrant voter participation, while parts of Western Kenya have postponed voting to Saturday due to security concerns. The young electorate, comprising 51% of the 19 million eligible voters, has been a focus of Odinga's boycott campaign, raising questions about the impact on the election outcome. As the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) prepares to announce voter turnout figures, the nation waits to see whether the legitimacy of the election will be upheld. Challenges have arisen, including a recent court ruling questioning the legitimacy of polling officers, which the IEBC has appealed. The outcome of the election and the response from the opposition will determine the next steps for Kenya's political landscape.
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