# Kenya gender representation and 2027 election preparations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kenya-gender-representation-and-2027-election-preparations > Updated: 2026-10-13T08:29:25.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. As Kenya approaches the 2027 General Election, political activity and institutional efforts regarding gender representation are increasing. Individual candidates have begun declaring intentions to run for Women Representative seats. In Nairobi, Saumu Mbuvi has joined the race under the National Economic Development Party (NEDP) with a platform focused on education, health, and employment. In Wajir County, journalist Deqsan Abdi Hassan has entered the race, emphasizing youth and women empowerment through digital skills and economic inclusion. Concurrently, government agencies such as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) are working to implement the constitutional two-thirds gender principle. These efforts aim to dismantle barriers to women holding elective and appointive positions. Additionally, local initiatives, such as those in Uasin Gishu County, have focused on protecting girls' rights and preventing child marriage to support long-term educational and economic prospects. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-13: Kenya pushes for gender equality and girls' rights ahead of 2027 elections Kenya is pushing for the implementation of the two-thirds gender rule ahead of the 2027 elections, while regional authorities advocate for ending child marriage and protecting girls' rights. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kenya-pushes-for-gender-equality-and-girls-rights-ahead-of-2027-elections ### 2026-09-20: Kenya: New candidates enter 2027 Women Representative races Candidates Saumu Mbuvi and Deqsan Abdi Hassan have entered the 2027 Women Representative races for Nairobi and Wajir County, respectively, focusing on youth and economic empowerment. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kenya-new-candidates-enter-2027-women-representative-races --- Cite as: Kenya gender representation and 2027 election preparations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/kenya-gender-representation-and-2027-election-preparations