Kenyans call for reconstitution of IEBC, inclusion in decision making

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa and his Deputy Ayub Savula join Grace Alliance dancers in a jig during celebrations to mark Jamhuri Day at Kakamega ASK showground. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard]

Calls for the reconstitution of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), reviving the economy and tackling the problem of illicit brew dominated speeches as Kenyans gathered across the country to celebrate Jamhuri Day.

In events marked by low-turnout in several counties, leaders challenged President William Ruto to solve some of the teething problems affecting the country.