Kamoti's untimely death raised questions on what happens when a cleared candidate dies before the August 9 General Elections, given that the deadline for the presentation of papers had already lapsed. However, the fortunes would be different if a cleared candidate was running unopposed and as an independent candidate. Meanwhile, the Chebukati-led commission began the process of receiving papers of presidential candidates. So far, IEBC has disqualified 11 independent candidates and aspirants Reuben Kigame and Mwangi wa Iria. Andrew Sunkuli (left ) and Wiper Party presidential candidate Kalonzo Musyoka on May 16, 2022.

Source: Daily Nation May 30, 2022 12:35 UTC