MPK party leader Damaris Too has sharply criticized elected Kalenjin leaders, accusing them of failing to mobilize their constituents to register as voters during the recent Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) exercise conducted by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).


In a statement that has circulated widely on social media platforms, Too, during a radio show, lamented the perceived inaction by community leaders in ensuring higher voter registration numbers within the Kalenjin-dominated regions. The IEBC had provided a dedicated one-month window for mass voter registration, which concluded on April 28, 2026.


  • “Our Kalenjin leaders who were elected did not mobilize voters to register for voter cards during the one-month period provided by the IEBC, and they are the ones letting the President down,” Too said.


Background on the Registration Exercise


The IEBC launched the Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration on March 30, 2026, aiming to capture new voters, facilitate transfers, and update voter details. The exercise ran for 30 days across county assembly wards, Huduma Centres, and institutions of higher learning. Officials reported registering hundreds of thousands of new voters nationwide during the period, though final consolidated figures are still being analyzed.


Political analysts note that effective grassroots mobilization by elected leaders and party structures often determines the success of such drives, especially in rural and pastoralist areas where logistical challenges can hinder access.


Who is Damaris Too?


Damaris Too is a well-known figure in Kenyan politics, having previously served as a communications director and been involved in party politics, including the launch of Chama ya Mapatano. She is recognized for her articulate commentary on governance, community issues, and national politics.


Her latest remarks have sparked mixed reactions online, with some users agreeing that leaders must do more to engage their bases, while others debate the broader responsibilities of voter education and participation.


As Kenya gears up for 2027, such statements underscore the intense focus on voter registration and ethnic-political mobilization strategies. Political parties and leaders are expected to ramp up their efforts in the coming months to ensure their supporters are fully registered and ready to participate.


Hamasta Media will continue to monitor developments on this and related electoral matters.