The case had been filed by Cord against the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the Public Procurement Administrative Review Board. “It was unreasonable for IEBC to proceed with the award of tender without taking into account the new regulations,” said Justice Odunga. The ruling is a blow to the polls body, which is racing against time to have ballot papers printed in readiness for the General Election set for August 8. SUPPLY 130M BALLOT PAPERSIEBC had given Al Ghurair firm notice of award to supply 130 million ballot papers. “Cord’s interest is only to ensure that Kenyans enjoy a free and fair General Election,” lawyer James Orengo for Cord had told the court.

Source: Daily Nation February 13, 2017 22:38 UTC