Former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Wafula Chebukati has passed away at the age of 64. His demise was c⁸onfirmed today, though further details surrounding the cause of death remain undisclosed.

Chebukati, who served as the chair of the IEBC from 2017 to 2022, was instrumental in overseeing Kenya’s general elections during his tenure. His leadership was marked by significant electoral reforms and challenges, including the highly contested 2017 and 2022 presidential elections.

Tributes have started pouring in from political leaders, civil society organizations, and members of the public, remembering Chebukati as a dedicated public servant who played a crucial role in Kenya’s democratic.