The @ORPPKenya today held a consultative engagement with the International Foundation for Electoral Systems IFES, led by the Registrar of Political Parties, J.C. Lorionokou and @poppingpops_ Regional Director for Africa, Serah Jay, to deliberate on ORPP’s priorities ahead of the nd explore areas of continued collaboration.
In his remarks, Registrar Lorionokou appreciated the longstanding partnership and underscored the importance of strengthening support to political parties in conducting credible party primaries to minimise electoral disputes. He highlighted key priorities, including collaboration with IEBC through a joint task force on nomination rules, certification of political party membership registers, deployment and capacity building of electoral monitors and upgrading the Integrated Political Parties Management System (IPPMS) and other ICT platforms.
He further emphasised the need for political education targeting young and first-time voters, inclusive participation, training of election agents, and initiatives to strengthen women's participation in politics, including the establishment of a Women’s Academy. He also called on political party leaders to champion peaceful political engagement.
Assistant Registrar CS Agatha Wahome outlined the Office’s mandate, functions and key result areas, highlighting priority interventions in strengthening political party governance and electoral preparedness.
Head of Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation, Beatrice Nderi, highlighted the longstanding ORPP-IFES partnership and its contribution to key institutional programmes, including the development and enhancement of IPPMS, strategic planning and institutional capacity-building initiatives.
Deputy Director, Finance, Matthew Sinteria, emphasised the need for financial and technical support towards digitising political parties' funding processes to enhance efficiency, transparency and accountability.
In her remarks, IFES Regional Director for Africa, Serah Jay, appreciated the continued engagement and commended ORPP for its effective implementation of its mandate and key programmes. He reaffirmed IFES's commitment to sustaining the partnership and supporting upcoming initiatives aimed at strengthening inclusion, governance and democracy.
The engagement forms part of ORPP’s ongoing stakeholder consultations to mobilise strategic partnerships, strengthen institutional capacity and enhance preparations for peaceful, inclusive and credible 2027 General Elections.
The visit was coordinated by the Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation Department.
In his remarks, Registrar Lorionokou appreciated the longstanding partnership and underscored the importance of strengthening support to political parties in conducting credible party primaries to minimise electoral disputes. He highlighted key priorities, including collaboration with IEBC through a joint task force on nomination rules, certification of political party membership registers, deployment and capacity building of electoral monitors and upgrading the Integrated Political Parties Management System (IPPMS) and other ICT platforms.
He further emphasised the need for political education targeting young and first-time voters, inclusive participation, training of election agents, and initiatives to strengthen women's participation in politics, including the establishment of a Women’s Academy. He also called on political party leaders to champion peaceful political engagement.
Assistant Registrar CS Agatha Wahome outlined the Office’s mandate, functions and key result areas, highlighting priority interventions in strengthening political party governance and electoral preparedness.
Head of Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation, Beatrice Nderi, highlighted the longstanding ORPP-IFES partnership and its contribution to key institutional programmes, including the development and enhancement of IPPMS, strategic planning and institutional capacity-building initiatives.
Deputy Director, Finance, Matthew Sinteria, emphasised the need for financial and technical support towards digitising political parties' funding processes to enhance efficiency, transparency and accountability.
In her remarks, IFES Regional Director for Africa, Serah Jay, appreciated the continued engagement and commended ORPP for its effective implementation of its mandate and key programmes. He reaffirmed IFES's commitment to sustaining the partnership and supporting upcoming initiatives aimed at strengthening inclusion, governance and democracy.
The engagement forms part of ORPP’s ongoing stakeholder consultations to mobilise strategic partnerships, strengthen institutional capacity and enhance preparations for peaceful, inclusive and credible 2027 General Elections.
The visit was coordinated by the Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation Department.
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Talks today, between @ORPPKenya team and the officials of the British High Commission Kenya, at HQ.
The discussions delved into mutual roles of ORPPKenya and the (BHC) in sustaining democracy through political parties' capacity building, processes automation, strengthening party cing information sharing to the citizens and countering information, stepping up inclusion efforts and citizen-duty bearers engagements for progressive discourse in political and electoral processes.
The deliberations were led by Registrar, J.C. Lorionokou , accompanied by the Assistant Registrar, CPA, CS. Agatha Wahome and sect of ORPPKenya officials from various departments including Partnership and Resource Mobilisation Department, who coordinated the visit.
The visiting delegation consisted of: Merys Cross, Political Counsellor, Dr. Ed Barnett MBE, Deputy High Commissioner among others. The officials appreciated and stressed the UK's through its Mission in Kenya continued ties with various governance institutions in Kenya including ORPPKenya. The collaboration, termed key in actualizing democratic governance ideals through sustainable and issue-based political parties beyond the elections. @KenyaHighCommission
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The discussions delved into mutual roles of ORPPKenya and the (BHC) in sustaining democracy through political parties' capacity building, processes automation, strengthening party cing information sharing to the citizens and countering information, stepping up inclusion efforts and citizen-duty bearers engagements for progressive discourse in political and electoral processes.
The deliberations were led by Registrar, J.C. Lorionokou , accompanied by the Assistant Registrar, CPA, CS. Agatha Wahome and sect of ORPPKenya officials from various departments including Partnership and Resource Mobilisation Department, who coordinated the visit.
The visiting delegation consisted of: Merys Cross, Political Counsellor, Dr. Ed Barnett MBE, Deputy High Commissioner among others. The officials appreciated and stressed the UK's through its Mission in Kenya continued ties with various governance institutions in Kenya including ORPPKenya. The collaboration, termed key in actualizing democratic governance ideals through sustainable and issue-based political parties beyond the elections. @KenyaHighCommission
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@ORPPKenya today held a consultative meeting with religious leaders under the @Inter-Religious Council of Kenya @IRCK and the National Peace and Mediation Team to assess political parties’ preparedness for the 10 August 2027 General Election and strengthen collaboration in ocracy.
The Registrar J.C Lorionokou reaffirmed ORPPKenya’s commitment to enforcing the Political Parties Act firmly, transparently and impartially, emphasising that credible elections begin with transparent party nominations, effective internal dispute resolution and peaceful political competition.
In his remarks, the Registrar noted, “We cannot have ungovernable political parties and expect a smooth electoral process. Electoral confidence begins long before elections. We must safeguard the integrity of the entire process, from party nominations to the General Election, while addressing emerging threats such as hate speech, political incitement and misinformation.”
He further called on religious leaders to support civic education, promote dialogue and strengthen public participation in electoral processes.
Assistant Registrar CS Agatha Wahome outlined ORPP’s 2027 Election Preparedness Action Plan, highlighting key interventions including regulation of party nominations, certification of party lists, capacity building, campaign monitoring, peaceful elections and proposed legal reforms.
Representing the National Peace and Mediation Team, Dr. Geoffrey Njuguna reaffirmed the team's commitment to partnerships that promote peaceful coexistence, credible party primaries, inclusive participation and effective resolution of electoral disputes.
He emphasised the importance of sustained dialogue and accountability among stakeholders, proposing regular consultative engagements throughout the electoral cycle.
The two institutions agreed to jointly convene political party leaders and Secretaries-General to commit to peaceful, fair and inclusive nominations, while exploring the participation of religious leaders in Political Parties Liaison Committees at national and county levels.
#orppengages #ORPPKenya #PoliticalParties
The Registrar J.C Lorionokou reaffirmed ORPPKenya’s commitment to enforcing the Political Parties Act firmly, transparently and impartially, emphasising that credible elections begin with transparent party nominations, effective internal dispute resolution and peaceful political competition.
In his remarks, the Registrar noted, “We cannot have ungovernable political parties and expect a smooth electoral process. Electoral confidence begins long before elections. We must safeguard the integrity of the entire process, from party nominations to the General Election, while addressing emerging threats such as hate speech, political incitement and misinformation.”
He further called on religious leaders to support civic education, promote dialogue and strengthen public participation in electoral processes.
Assistant Registrar CS Agatha Wahome outlined ORPP’s 2027 Election Preparedness Action Plan, highlighting key interventions including regulation of party nominations, certification of party lists, capacity building, campaign monitoring, peaceful elections and proposed legal reforms.
Representing the National Peace and Mediation Team, Dr. Geoffrey Njuguna reaffirmed the team's commitment to partnerships that promote peaceful coexistence, credible party primaries, inclusive participation and effective resolution of electoral disputes.
He emphasised the importance of sustained dialogue and accountability among stakeholders, proposing regular consultative engagements throughout the electoral cycle.
The two institutions agreed to jointly convene political party leaders and Secretaries-General to commit to peaceful, fair and inclusive nominations, while exploring the participation of religious leaders in Political Parties Liaison Committees at national and county levels.
#orppengages #ORPPKenya #PoliticalParties
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The @ORPPKenya continues its outreach engagements right to the locale and context of stakeholders across the country.
Courtesy of the @ORPPKenya Kenya Malindi team, the Office had enriching youth discussions at the 3rd Edition of the Youth Devolution Festival, held from 28th t Pwani university, drawing youth participation across of diverse representation from the coastal belt.
Speaking during the forum, Assistant Registrar of Political Parties, CPA Florence Birya, highlighted ORPP's mandate and electoral timelines, emphasising the importance of youth participation in political party activities. She encouraged young people to join political parties and meaningfully participate in their activities while ensuring they are of value through their tech capabilities and advocate progressive motions due to numerical advantage in the country's population.
"In the 2022 General Election,for instance, more than 90% of elected candidates were sponsored by political parties which underscored the significant role parties play in Kenya's electoral and democratic processes" Birya said.
“ Elections are only the tail end of a broader political process; meaningful participation begins with engaging in political parties and contributing to their activities, leadership and decision-making processes", she said.
Leaders present challenged young people to embrace education and skills development while presenting themselves to take up varied opportunities across sectors.
In the forum the Malindi team led by its Coordinator,Marjorie Okeyo,completed by her Mombasa based counterparts, further gave perspectives on region-specific interventions for the youth to navigate political engagements across the region.
#orppengages #politicalparties #ORPPKenya
Courtesy of the @ORPPKenya Kenya Malindi team, the Office had enriching youth discussions at the 3rd Edition of the Youth Devolution Festival, held from 28th t Pwani university, drawing youth participation across of diverse representation from the coastal belt.
Speaking during the forum, Assistant Registrar of Political Parties, CPA Florence Birya, highlighted ORPP's mandate and electoral timelines, emphasising the importance of youth participation in political party activities. She encouraged young people to join political parties and meaningfully participate in their activities while ensuring they are of value through their tech capabilities and advocate progressive motions due to numerical advantage in the country's population.
"In the 2022 General Election,for instance, more than 90% of elected candidates were sponsored by political parties which underscored the significant role parties play in Kenya's electoral and democratic processes" Birya said.
“ Elections are only the tail end of a broader political process; meaningful participation begins with engaging in political parties and contributing to their activities, leadership and decision-making processes", she said.
Leaders present challenged young people to embrace education and skills development while presenting themselves to take up varied opportunities across sectors.
In the forum the Malindi team led by its Coordinator,Marjorie Okeyo,completed by her Mombasa based counterparts, further gave perspectives on region-specific interventions for the youth to navigate political engagements across the region.
#orppengages #politicalparties #ORPPKenya
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Harnessing new and evolving technologies is central in enhancing @ORPPKenya for efficient delivery of its mandate.
Trainers of Trainers (ToTs),29th and 30th October for @ORPPKenya to discuss institutional capacity to adopt and advocate for responsible and ethical use of AI its mandate.
The forum focused on equipping the team on sound understanding of AI tech, design of training schedules, generating multi-media content and use of the right methodologies appropriate to the targeted audiences.
"The adoption of appropriate technology for @ORPPKenya must be hinged on service improvements but with proper human safeguards including verification and accountability measures within the laws", said J.C Lorionokou.
Trainers emphasized the need for full understanding of the AI and other technologies architecture. They emphasized the need to utilize AI only as assistance tools while having the latest global intrigues and developments on such technologies.
The training was supported by Hanns Seidel Foundation with seasoned trainers drawn from @StrathCIPIT.
The training was part of Office's commitment to embracing innovation, promoting responsible AI practices and strengthening its capacity to guide political parties in navigating the opportunities and challenges that come with AI.
Trainers of Trainers (ToTs),29th and 30th October for @ORPPKenya to discuss institutional capacity to adopt and advocate for responsible and ethical use of AI its mandate.
The forum focused on equipping the team on sound understanding of AI tech, design of training schedules, generating multi-media content and use of the right methodologies appropriate to the targeted audiences.
"The adoption of appropriate technology for @ORPPKenya must be hinged on service improvements but with proper human safeguards including verification and accountability measures within the laws", said J.C Lorionokou.
Trainers emphasized the need for full understanding of the AI and other technologies architecture. They emphasized the need to utilize AI only as assistance tools while having the latest global intrigues and developments on such technologies.
The training was supported by Hanns Seidel Foundation with seasoned trainers drawn from @StrathCIPIT.
The training was part of Office's commitment to embracing innovation, promoting responsible AI practices and strengthening its capacity to guide political parties in navigating the opportunities and challenges that come with AI.
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@ORPPKenya, today held talks with a host of its partner reps in the governance sector to enhance its role in the General Election.
The delegation comprised of International Republican Institute (IRI), the National Democratic Institute (NDI), the United States Embassy, and .
The talks courtesy of IRI assessed collective initiatives and opportunities to foster @ORPPKenya efforts in strengthening democratic governance.
“The quality of leaders you have is as good as the systems they come from,” said Registrar ,J.C Lorionokou, as he underscored the need for political parties to anchor their governance and operational structures on ideologies.
The ORPPKenya team briefed the delegation on the Office’s mandate and ongoing initiatives, including election related information materials such as nomination rules and party election agents’ handbook to enhance political education awareness to party officials,aspirants and the citizens.
The discussions also explored on topical and emerging areas for partnerships such as use of artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics,management of information malady (dis/dis/mal information), and measures to navigate emerging technologies in ways that uphold fair political competition and democratic integrity.
The meeting further underscored the vital role of partners in supporting progressive initiatives in a multi-sectoral approach to the country's growth of democracy through meaningful public participation in political and electoral processes .
The delegation comprised of International Republican Institute (IRI), the National Democratic Institute (NDI), the United States Embassy, and .
The talks courtesy of IRI assessed collective initiatives and opportunities to foster @ORPPKenya efforts in strengthening democratic governance.
“The quality of leaders you have is as good as the systems they come from,” said Registrar ,J.C Lorionokou, as he underscored the need for political parties to anchor their governance and operational structures on ideologies.
The ORPPKenya team briefed the delegation on the Office’s mandate and ongoing initiatives, including election related information materials such as nomination rules and party election agents’ handbook to enhance political education awareness to party officials,aspirants and the citizens.
The discussions also explored on topical and emerging areas for partnerships such as use of artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics,management of information malady (dis/dis/mal information), and measures to navigate emerging technologies in ways that uphold fair political competition and democratic integrity.
The meeting further underscored the vital role of partners in supporting progressive initiatives in a multi-sectoral approach to the country's growth of democracy through meaningful public participation in political and electoral processes .
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The ORPPKenya today appearing before Parliament Committee on Justice and Legal Affairs outline the ORPP Budget Implementation Status report for the FY 2025/2026 ang give institutional views on National Alternative Dispute Resolution Policy drafted by AG (Auditor General') nd legilslative proposals to the Draft Dispute Resolution Bill.
The Registrar , J.C . Lorionokou , Assistant Registrars-CPA Florence Birya and CPA, CS Agatha Wahome led the ORPP team, noted optimal utilisation of the Office budget in the last FY, attaining a 99.04%, which was as a result of implementation all the planned Office activities under its three budget programmes of- Registration and Regulation of Political Parties ; Funding of Political Parties and Partinership and Civil Education.
The Registrar noted the ORPP remain accoutable and continue to reform its service delivery including through digitalisation and expanding its reach across the country as he called to the JLAC financial and human capital suport to attain the Office key interventions, some of which have have been contrained by budget realities. He appreciated the continued support of JLAC to the ORPPKenya.
Commitee members lauded the ORPPKenya comprehensive reports and value insights it continues to give on various Commitee motions of national interest. It offered through its Chairperson to enhance its support to ORPP including enhancing its system capacities to enhance automation of key processes including the Integrated Political Parties Management System (IPPMS) (ippms.orpp.or.ke/auth/login?Ret…), one of the key Office systems to management of political parties data and records.
The Registrar , J.C . Lorionokou , Assistant Registrars-CPA Florence Birya and CPA, CS Agatha Wahome led the ORPP team, noted optimal utilisation of the Office budget in the last FY, attaining a 99.04%, which was as a result of implementation all the planned Office activities under its three budget programmes of- Registration and Regulation of Political Parties ; Funding of Political Parties and Partinership and Civil Education.
The Registrar noted the ORPP remain accoutable and continue to reform its service delivery including through digitalisation and expanding its reach across the country as he called to the JLAC financial and human capital suport to attain the Office key interventions, some of which have have been contrained by budget realities. He appreciated the continued support of JLAC to the ORPPKenya.
Commitee members lauded the ORPPKenya comprehensive reports and value insights it continues to give on various Commitee motions of national interest. It offered through its Chairperson to enhance its support to ORPP including enhancing its system capacities to enhance automation of key processes including the Integrated Political Parties Management System (IPPMS) (ippms.orpp.or.ke/auth/login?Ret…), one of the key Office systems to management of political parties data and records.
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The Registrar, JC Lorionokou, earlier today issued a Provisional Registration Certificate to the Party for Economic and Social Advancement (PESA), which met the requirements for the 1st phase of political party registration. The Registrar called on party founders to live by the cial ideals and abide by the law.
In a briefing before the formal issuance, @ORPPKenya officers led by Deputy Director, Registration Department, Locha Erukudi, guided the party officials on the legal requirements as per the Political Parties Act as they pursue the steps towards full registration.
The party founders were further guided on the maintenance of party records and data and other compliance requirements, including setting up at least 24 county offices that should be accessible to members of the public.
The party representatives appreciated the support and guidance the @ORPPKenya provided throughout the process and pledged to comply with all the requirements and timelines as they progress towards full registration.
In a briefing before the formal issuance, @ORPPKenya officers led by Deputy Director, Registration Department, Locha Erukudi, guided the party officials on the legal requirements as per the Political Parties Act as they pursue the steps towards full registration.
The party founders were further guided on the maintenance of party records and data and other compliance requirements, including setting up at least 24 county offices that should be accessible to members of the public.
The party representatives appreciated the support and guidance the @ORPPKenya provided throughout the process and pledged to comply with all the requirements and timelines as they progress towards full registration.
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The Registrar of Political Parties and the entire @ORPPKenya fraternity wish all 2026 candidates the very best in their ongoing national assessments (KCSE, KJSEA, KILEA, KPSEA, & KPLEA).
Education builds the foundation of empowered citizens and visionary leadership for Kenya's demoalready a success—shine bright!
#2026Candidates
Education builds the foundation of empowered citizens and visionary leadership for Kenya's demoalready a success—shine bright!
#2026Candidates
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🇰🇪 Happy Mashujaa Day!
@ORPPKenya joins the nation in honouring the heroes and heroines whose sacrifices continue to inspire patriotism, unity and democracy.
#MashujaaDay2026 #ORPPKenya #politicalpartieske
@ORPPKenya joins the nation in honouring the heroes and heroines whose sacrifices continue to inspire patriotism, unity and democracy.
#MashujaaDay2026 #ORPPKenya #politicalpartieske
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ORPPKenya today hosted the United Nations, led by UN Resident Coordinator Dr. Garry Conille and Dr. Priscah Kamuge, at its headquarters for discussions on strengthening political parties' governance as Kenya prepares for the upcoming General Election.
The talks centred on for political parties' capacity building, with a focus on enhancing their compliance and quest to uphold democratic principles while participating in elections and other roles parties are established for.
The engagement cemented the continued collaboration between ORPPKenya and applicable United Nations bodies, which gained dividends in building stronger political party institutions and promoting inclusive, accountable, and effective political participation.
The ORPP delegation was led by Registrar of Political Parties J.C. Lorionokou and included Assistant Registrar CS Agatha Wahome and Beatrice Nderi, Head of Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation.
Speaking during the meeting, Dr. Garry Conille thanked the ORPP team for the engagement and the work it continues to undertake in supporting political parties and strengthening democratic institutions.
The discussions reaffirmed the importance of partnerships in building the capacity of political parties to meet their legal and institutional obligations and contribute to a credible, peaceful and inclusive electoral process.
As Kenya moves closer to the General Election, continued collaboration between ORPPKenya and development partners remains important in supporting well-governed political parties and strengthening the country’s democratic processes.
The talks centred on for political parties' capacity building, with a focus on enhancing their compliance and quest to uphold democratic principles while participating in elections and other roles parties are established for.
The engagement cemented the continued collaboration between ORPPKenya and applicable United Nations bodies, which gained dividends in building stronger political party institutions and promoting inclusive, accountable, and effective political participation.
The ORPP delegation was led by Registrar of Political Parties J.C. Lorionokou and included Assistant Registrar CS Agatha Wahome and Beatrice Nderi, Head of Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation.
Speaking during the meeting, Dr. Garry Conille thanked the ORPP team for the engagement and the work it continues to undertake in supporting political parties and strengthening democratic institutions.
The discussions reaffirmed the importance of partnerships in building the capacity of political parties to meet their legal and institutional obligations and contribute to a credible, peaceful and inclusive electoral process.
As Kenya moves closer to the General Election, continued collaboration between ORPPKenya and development partners remains important in supporting well-governed political parties and strengthening the country’s democratic processes.
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The Registrar, yesterday and today, issued full registration certificates to Mwongozo Mpya Party (MMP), Imarisha Uchumi Party (IUP), United Super Alliance Party (USAP), Forward Kenya Party (FKP), and People's Prosperity Party (PPP), bringing the total number of fully registered nya to 107, and one provisional certificate to Economic Patriotic Alliance (EPA).
Presiding over the issuance of the certificates, the Registrar, J.C. Lorionokou, urged the parties to uphold their constitutions, emphasizing the importance of adhering to established rules and principles in operations.
Deputy Director of Registration, Locha Ekurudi, highlighted the upcoming statutory deadlines that the parties must meet to qualify to participate in the next General Election. He emphasized mandatory compliance requirements beyond the election phase that political parties are required to sustain upon attaining full registration status.
The @ORPPKenya team guided various compliance aspects, including data and records management, membership management, maintenance of requisite head and county offices, and the constitution of inclusive governance organs, among others.
Presiding over the issuance of the certificates, the Registrar, J.C. Lorionokou, urged the parties to uphold their constitutions, emphasizing the importance of adhering to established rules and principles in operations.
Deputy Director of Registration, Locha Ekurudi, highlighted the upcoming statutory deadlines that the parties must meet to qualify to participate in the next General Election. He emphasized mandatory compliance requirements beyond the election phase that political parties are required to sustain upon attaining full registration status.
The @ORPPKenya team guided various compliance aspects, including data and records management, membership management, maintenance of requisite head and county offices, and the constitution of inclusive governance organs, among others.
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The @ORPPKenya, finalisation and validation of key training materials for capacity building of political parties ahead of 2027.
The manuals with accompanying quick user and facilitator's guide for each are:
-Internal Dispute Resolution Mechanism (IDRM) Manual
-Election Boards on/Nominations Election Agents Manual
The Registrar,J.C. Lorionokou at the session appreciated the efforts of @ORPPKenya teams for working on comprehensive review and the support of key partners and stakeholders in the process.
"Taking part in development/review of such critical materials together with primary stakeholders is essential for a common approach amongst the bodies and improves the quality of outcome to the target participants and quality of services we offer to the citizens " ,said Registrar.
He noted the quality of training materials is key in enhancing participation of parties /candidates in elections and upscale the citizens' enjoyment of political rights.
"These materials are central to streamlining party processes and enhance the understanding of party officials and election agents of often bound legal obligations", Lorionokou emphasized.
"The material review seeks to align to latest development in political party and electoral processes ,verify accurateness and synch with needs of the audience", noted Head of Political Parties Capacity Building, Anastacia Kaberere.
The review is part of @ORPPKenya focussed capacity building programming to political parties to enhance compliance and their participation in elections.
The manuals with accompanying quick user and facilitator's guide for each are:
-Internal Dispute Resolution Mechanism (IDRM) Manual
-Election Boards on/Nominations Election Agents Manual
The Registrar,J.C. Lorionokou at the session appreciated the efforts of @ORPPKenya teams for working on comprehensive review and the support of key partners and stakeholders in the process.
"Taking part in development/review of such critical materials together with primary stakeholders is essential for a common approach amongst the bodies and improves the quality of outcome to the target participants and quality of services we offer to the citizens " ,said Registrar.
He noted the quality of training materials is key in enhancing participation of parties /candidates in elections and upscale the citizens' enjoyment of political rights.
"These materials are central to streamlining party processes and enhance the understanding of party officials and election agents of often bound legal obligations", Lorionokou emphasized.
"The material review seeks to align to latest development in political party and electoral processes ,verify accurateness and synch with needs of the audience", noted Head of Political Parties Capacity Building, Anastacia Kaberere.
The review is part of @ORPPKenya focussed capacity building programming to political parties to enhance compliance and their participation in elections.
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The Registrar, J.C. Lorionokou this morning, issued a full registration Certificate to Freedom and Opportunity Party (FOP) at @ORPPKenya, HQ. FOP having met requirements,is the 102nd fully registered political party.
The Registrar called on the FOP founders to practice the party sivity and meritocracy in opportunities based on its ideological pillars, while maintaining a national outlook and inclusivity- a Constitutional inspiration required of all political parties.
"Political Parties are shapers of the country's democracy. You must propel this as a party and provide equal opportunity to all including Persons with Disability and the youth,who at times are left out in party governance ,operations and activities", Registrar said as he challenged the party to aim fielding its candidates and winning in various positions in 2027 general election.
"The political parties registered by @ORPPKenya including FOP must have met stringent registration requirements, which take much effort and time", clarified the Registrar on the @ORPPKenya rationale of party registration.
Deputy Director Registration Department, Locha Erukudi highlighted key compliance requirements and already active timelines for submission to @ORPP, @IEBC for any party's participation in the general election.
Head of Records Department, Saqib Kazungu sensitized on the various compliance requirements such as statutory maintenance of records ,adherence to data protection and access to information.He urged the founders to promote access to information to fellow officials and members of the public as a measure of accountability and transparency.
The @ORPPKenya team present further guided on various compliance aspects which parties are required to adhere to upon attaining full registration status.
The FOP founders thanked @ORPPKenya for the guidance through the process. "The journey has been tough but worthwhile",noted one of the founders.
The Registrar called on the FOP founders to practice the party sivity and meritocracy in opportunities based on its ideological pillars, while maintaining a national outlook and inclusivity- a Constitutional inspiration required of all political parties.
"Political Parties are shapers of the country's democracy. You must propel this as a party and provide equal opportunity to all including Persons with Disability and the youth,who at times are left out in party governance ,operations and activities", Registrar said as he challenged the party to aim fielding its candidates and winning in various positions in 2027 general election.
"The political parties registered by @ORPPKenya including FOP must have met stringent registration requirements, which take much effort and time", clarified the Registrar on the @ORPPKenya rationale of party registration.
Deputy Director Registration Department, Locha Erukudi highlighted key compliance requirements and already active timelines for submission to @ORPP, @IEBC for any party's participation in the general election.
Head of Records Department, Saqib Kazungu sensitized on the various compliance requirements such as statutory maintenance of records ,adherence to data protection and access to information.He urged the founders to promote access to information to fellow officials and members of the public as a measure of accountability and transparency.
The @ORPPKenya team present further guided on various compliance aspects which parties are required to adhere to upon attaining full registration status.
The FOP founders thanked @ORPPKenya for the guidance through the process. "The journey has been tough but worthwhile",noted one of the founders.
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The Registrar, J.C. Lorionokou, this morning, issued a Full Registration Certificate to Freedom and Opportunity Party (FOP) at ORPPKenya, HQ. The party having met requirements, is the 102nd fully registered political party.
The Registrar called on the FOP founders to practice the , inclusivity and meritocracy in opportunities based on its ideological pillars,while maintaining a national outlook and inclusivity- a Constitutional inspiration required of all political parties.
"Political Parties are shapers of the country's democracy.You must propel this as a party and provide equal opportunity to all including Persons with Disability and the youth, who at times are left out in party governance ,operations and activities", Registrar said as he challenged the party to aim fielding its candidates and winning in various positions in 2027 general election.
"The political parties registered by ORPPKenya including FOP must have met stringent registration requirements, which take much effort and time", clarified the Registrar on the ORPPKenya rationale of party registration.
Deputy Director Registration Department, Locha Erukudi highlighted key compliance requirements and already active timelines for submission to ORPPKenya, Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission(IEBC) for any party's participation in the general election.
Head of Records Department, Saqib Kazungu sensitized on the various compliance requirements such as statutory maintenance of records, adherence to data protection and access to information. He urged the founders to promote access to information to fellow officials and members of the public as a measure of accountability and transparency.
The ORPPKenya team present further guided on various compliance aspects which parties are required to adhere to upon attaining full registration status.
The FOP founders thanked ORPPKenya for the guidance through the process. "The journey has been tough but worthwhile",noted one of the founders.
The Registrar called on the FOP founders to practice the , inclusivity and meritocracy in opportunities based on its ideological pillars,while maintaining a national outlook and inclusivity- a Constitutional inspiration required of all political parties.
"Political Parties are shapers of the country's democracy.You must propel this as a party and provide equal opportunity to all including Persons with Disability and the youth, who at times are left out in party governance ,operations and activities", Registrar said as he challenged the party to aim fielding its candidates and winning in various positions in 2027 general election.
"The political parties registered by ORPPKenya including FOP must have met stringent registration requirements, which take much effort and time", clarified the Registrar on the ORPPKenya rationale of party registration.
Deputy Director Registration Department, Locha Erukudi highlighted key compliance requirements and already active timelines for submission to ORPPKenya, Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission(IEBC) for any party's participation in the general election.
Head of Records Department, Saqib Kazungu sensitized on the various compliance requirements such as statutory maintenance of records, adherence to data protection and access to information. He urged the founders to promote access to information to fellow officials and members of the public as a measure of accountability and transparency.
The ORPPKenya team present further guided on various compliance aspects which parties are required to adhere to upon attaining full registration status.
The FOP founders thanked ORPPKenya for the guidance through the process. "The journey has been tough but worthwhile",noted one of the founders.
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@ORPPKenya today issued two Provisional Registration Certificates to the Humanist Party of Kenya (HUMANIST) and Movement Super United Action(MUSA), marking a significant step forward in the party’s journey towards full registration.
The certificate was presented by the Registrar .C. Lorionokou, during a certificate issuance session held at the ORPPKenya Headquarters. The Registrar congratulated the party officials on attaining provisional registration and encouraged them to remain committed to the requirements of the law as they progress towards full registration.
He emphasised that political parties play an important role in strengthening democracy and advancing citizens’ political rights, urging the party to position itself as an institution capable of contributing positively to governance.
Deputy Director for Registration, Locha Erukudi, reiterated the requirements under Section 7 of the Political Parties Act, Cap. 7D, emphasising the importance of adhering to election-related timelines as set by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
@ORPPKenya staff from various departments also guided the party officials on key requirements, including membership recruitment, ICT infrastructure, records and data management, establishment of a functional office, governance structures, member participation and other legal and operational obligations necessary for transition to full registration.
The party representatives expressed their appreciation to ORPPKenya for the guidance and support provided throughout the registration process and pledged to uphold all legal and institutional requirements as they progress towards full registration.
The number of provisionally registered political parties now stands at forty (41).
#ORPPKenya #politicalpartieske #customerserviceweek
The certificate was presented by the Registrar .C. Lorionokou, during a certificate issuance session held at the ORPPKenya Headquarters. The Registrar congratulated the party officials on attaining provisional registration and encouraged them to remain committed to the requirements of the law as they progress towards full registration.
He emphasised that political parties play an important role in strengthening democracy and advancing citizens’ political rights, urging the party to position itself as an institution capable of contributing positively to governance.
Deputy Director for Registration, Locha Erukudi, reiterated the requirements under Section 7 of the Political Parties Act, Cap. 7D, emphasising the importance of adhering to election-related timelines as set by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
@ORPPKenya staff from various departments also guided the party officials on key requirements, including membership recruitment, ICT infrastructure, records and data management, establishment of a functional office, governance structures, member participation and other legal and operational obligations necessary for transition to full registration.
The party representatives expressed their appreciation to ORPPKenya for the guidance and support provided throughout the registration process and pledged to uphold all legal and institutional requirements as they progress towards full registration.
The number of provisionally registered political parties now stands at forty (41).
#ORPPKenya #politicalpartieske #customerserviceweek
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Today, the @ORPPKenya team at Headquarters and across the Regional Offices convened to mark Customer Service Week, an opportunity to exchange insights on improving customer experience, reflect on service delivery, and celebrate one another for our continued dedication to service of Political Parties, J.C. Lorionokou, expressed appreciation to the team and emphasized the need to cultivate a positive culture and attitude towards customer service.
“We must rethink how we serve our customers and continuously seek ways to improve service delivery. We must utilise the systems available to us, provide feedback on every communication, ensure quality service, and regularly review our processes, departmental roles and tasks to address challenges that may arise during service delivery.”
He underscored that customer service is fundamentally a human experience, requiring a shared understanding of processes across departments to ensure seamless and synergised service delivery.
Assistant Registrar, CS Agatha Wahome, reaffirmed ORPP’s commitment to being accessible, clear in communication, responsive to feedback and attentive to the evolving expectations of its stakeholders.
“We are yet to attain perfection; therefore, we must work towards customer delight. We should not ignore warnings or feedback from our customers. We must understand our priorities, use the available communication systems effectively and, most importantly, act first.”
The session provided an opportunity for the team to reflect on areas for improvement and commit to renewed efforts towards effective, responsive and people-centred service delivery.
The session was coordinated by the Corporate Communication Department.
#customerserviceweek #ORPPKenya #ServiceExcellence #CustomerExperience #PublicService
“We must rethink how we serve our customers and continuously seek ways to improve service delivery. We must utilise the systems available to us, provide feedback on every communication, ensure quality service, and regularly review our processes, departmental roles and tasks to address challenges that may arise during service delivery.”
He underscored that customer service is fundamentally a human experience, requiring a shared understanding of processes across departments to ensure seamless and synergised service delivery.
Assistant Registrar, CS Agatha Wahome, reaffirmed ORPP’s commitment to being accessible, clear in communication, responsive to feedback and attentive to the evolving expectations of its stakeholders.
“We are yet to attain perfection; therefore, we must work towards customer delight. We should not ignore warnings or feedback from our customers. We must understand our priorities, use the available communication systems effectively and, most importantly, act first.”
The session provided an opportunity for the team to reflect on areas for improvement and commit to renewed efforts towards effective, responsive and people-centred service delivery.
The session was coordinated by the Corporate Communication Department.
#customerserviceweek #ORPPKenya #ServiceExcellence #CustomerExperience #PublicService
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Thank you for the honour to serve you.
Your continued feedback including recent engagements on registration political parties is valued.
Such forms part of continuous service delivery reviews including addressing gaps in the @ORPPKenya statutory, regulatory and policy light
Your continued feedback including recent engagements on registration political parties is valued.
Such forms part of continuous service delivery reviews including addressing gaps in the @ORPPKenya statutory, regulatory and policy light
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The Registrar, J.C. Lorionokou, this morning @ORPPKenya, HQ, officially issued a Full Registration certificate to the United Patriotic Movement (UPM) Party, which was pending collection by party authorized founding members. The certificate had been processed by 26th June 2026
e party officials to live by the expectations of Kenyans as per the party ideals and work towards strictly adhering to fast-approaching deadlines on various submissions requirements by parties intending to participate in the 2027 general election.
"Part of protecting democracy sustainability of your party. As founding members, the responsibility is sorely on you to govern your party to transcend generations. You have the duty to amicably resolve conflicts/ disputes as they arise. Amidst conflict, you can't serve the people", said the Registrar as he assured of ORPPKenya continued guidance and objective processing of all party matters within the law.
The Deputy Director Registration department Locha Erukudi highlighted key compliance issues including timelines to the general election as recently issued by Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission @IEBC and subsequently by @ORPPKenya .He reminded of the statutory requirements for political parties to present candidates for general elections within two consequent elections, failure to which they risk deregistration.
The @ORPPKenya officials present, guided the founding members on a range of requirements such as on data /membership management within data/access to information protection laws; declaration of assets and liabilities;conflict management; engagement on progressive politics; meaningful involvement of party officials and members on processes for inclusivity among other governance and operational issues, to which the founders appreciated and committed to abide by with continuous guidance of ORPPKenya.
#politicalpartieske #ORPPKenya #orppengages
e party officials to live by the expectations of Kenyans as per the party ideals and work towards strictly adhering to fast-approaching deadlines on various submissions requirements by parties intending to participate in the 2027 general election.
"Part of protecting democracy sustainability of your party. As founding members, the responsibility is sorely on you to govern your party to transcend generations. You have the duty to amicably resolve conflicts/ disputes as they arise. Amidst conflict, you can't serve the people", said the Registrar as he assured of ORPPKenya continued guidance and objective processing of all party matters within the law.
The Deputy Director Registration department Locha Erukudi highlighted key compliance issues including timelines to the general election as recently issued by Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission @IEBC and subsequently by @ORPPKenya .He reminded of the statutory requirements for political parties to present candidates for general elections within two consequent elections, failure to which they risk deregistration.
The @ORPPKenya officials present, guided the founding members on a range of requirements such as on data /membership management within data/access to information protection laws; declaration of assets and liabilities;conflict management; engagement on progressive politics; meaningful involvement of party officials and members on processes for inclusivity among other governance and operational issues, to which the founders appreciated and committed to abide by with continuous guidance of ORPPKenya.
#politicalpartieske #ORPPKenya #orppengages
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A select team of @ORPPKenya, drawn from various departments and field offices, from 28th September to 3rd October 2026, reviewed assorted materials for capacity building of political parties ahead of 2027.
Among the manuals, booklets, and other reference materials updated were: ion Agents/Candidates
-Internal Dispute Resolution Mechanisms (IDRM),
-Election Boards
The updates were to ensure the materials align with legal, policy, and operational realities and ensure they are relevant, practical, and responsive to the evolving political and electoral landscape, including @ORPPKenya gained lessons/experiences from previous and current electoral cycles.
The ORPPKenya-scheduled series of political parties' capacity-building initiatives will better equip the party officials, candidates and agents to understand their roles and responsibilities for meaningful participation in the 2027 election.
The review exercise was coordinated by the Political Parties Capacity Building Department under the Compliance Directorate.
The initiative is part of ORPPKenya equipping political parties with the necessary capacities and competences and setting out appropriate structures for the exercise of citizens' political rights through parties' participation in elections.
Among the manuals, booklets, and other reference materials updated were: ion Agents/Candidates
-Internal Dispute Resolution Mechanisms (IDRM),
-Election Boards
The updates were to ensure the materials align with legal, policy, and operational realities and ensure they are relevant, practical, and responsive to the evolving political and electoral landscape, including @ORPPKenya gained lessons/experiences from previous and current electoral cycles.
The ORPPKenya-scheduled series of political parties' capacity-building initiatives will better equip the party officials, candidates and agents to understand their roles and responsibilities for meaningful participation in the 2027 election.
The review exercise was coordinated by the Political Parties Capacity Building Department under the Compliance Directorate.
The initiative is part of ORPPKenya equipping political parties with the necessary capacities and competences and setting out appropriate structures for the exercise of citizens' political rights through parties' participation in elections.
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