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Democracy’s Shield: The Role of Electoral Defenders

In this episode of Darubini Ya Uchaguzi, we turn the spotlight on electoral defenders the observers, journalists, lawyers, civil society actors, and digital rights advocates who stand at the frontline of protecting Kenya’s democracy. As the country heads toward the 2027 General Election, their work remains critical in ensuring transparency, accountability, and fairness in the electoral process. Host Denis Peter Njonge is joined by legal expert and former ELOG National Coordinator, Mercy Njoroge, to unpack who these defenders are, the threats they face, and the shrinking space in which they operate. From harassment and surveillance to legal intimidation and administrative barriers, their fight for free and fair elections often comes at great personal and institutional cost. The conversation explores the gaps in Kenya’s legal framework, the misuse of laws meant to protect civic space, and the urgent reforms needed to safeguard defenders ahead of 2027. At its core, this episode is a call to action democracy thrives only when its defenders are protected.