The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties in Kenya has initiated a seven-day objection period for two new political parties seeking provisional registration. The Goodlife Democratic Movement Party and the Democratic Movement for Change have applied for registration in preparation for the 2027 general elections. This process is in accordance with Section 5(2)(a) of the Political Parties Act. The public is invited to lodge objections within the specified timeframe.
The Goodlife Democratic Movement Party will use the initials "GLDM" and features royal blue, black, and red colours, with a hencoop as its symbol and the slogan "Maisha Bora". The party has listed seven founding members, including Oketch George Barak and Onyango Pacific Scolari. This information is publicly available on the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties website.
The Democratic Movement for Change will use the initials "DMC" and display blue, white, and brown colours, with a traditional lantern as its symbol and the slogan "Nguvu ya Kujenga Nchi". The party has named three founders: Haji Khalid Fakih, Ngige Lilian Wangechi, and Rop Daniel Kipchumba. Details of both applications are available online.
The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties currently maintains a registry of over 90 fully registered political parties across Kenya. The registrar's mandate includes overseeing party registration, regulation, administration, and the upkeep of official symbols and membership records. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of political parties in the country.
Members of the public can submit objections to the applications in writing or in person at the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties, located on Lion Place, Nairobi. Alternatively, objections can be submitted via the provided email addresses. This process allows for transparency and public scrutiny of new political parties.
The provisional registration of these parties is a significant step towards the 2027 general elections in Kenya. The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties must ensure that all political parties comply with the relevant laws and regulations. This includes verifying the credentials of founding members and ensuring that party symbols and slogans are not already in use.
The registration process for the Goodlife Democratic Movement Party and the Democratic Movement for Change is ongoing. If the applications are successful, these parties will join the existing 90 registered parties in Kenya. The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties will continue to play a crucial role in regulating and overseeing the activities of political parties in the country.
Key points
- The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties has opened a seven-day objection period for the Goodlife Democratic Movement Party and the Democratic Movement for Change.
- The two parties have submitted their applications for provisional registration in preparation for the 2027 general elections.
- The public can submit objections to the applications in writing, in person, or via email.
