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The register of voters has a 47% female representation and 53% male representation. #ElectionsKE2017
— IEBC (@IEBCKenya) June 27, 2017
What is YVote?
YVOTE is a youth outreach initiative which aims to educate, engage and motivate young people ahead of the 2017 General Elections so that they actively and peacefully participate in the electoral process.
YVOTE is acr oss digital platforms and is being activated across the country.
It is an interactive engagement initiative designed by young people, for young people, to encourage youth to get out and vote this General Election.
Why youth should participate
All around the world, young people everywhere want the same thing the chance to be prosperous, safe and active participants in shaping their societies and their world.
In a representative democracy, the youth voice is a very important one. Today, youth voters account for almost half of the voting population, which makes it a powerful voting force, yet older Kenyans are generally more likely to turn out and vote. Young voters are an incredibly diverse group and have great aspirations and vision for this country. The youth may have policy interests that differ from those of older voters so that is why youth should cast their ballots and have their voice heard.
Every vote counts.
Today, its easier than ever to be an educated voter. For more information, visit our voter education section
IEBC Candidate Nomination Dates
Voter Verification 11th May - 9th June 2017
10,000 KIEMS Gadgets Received Ahead of Register Verification
Voter Registration in East Africa and South Africa
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