Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has assured Kenyans that the Government will protect their constitutional rights to express themselves, assemble, campaign and vote freely in a safe and peaceful environment ahead of the 2027 General Election.

Murkomen said the Government, through the Ministry of Interior and other security and peacebuilding agencies, was committed to ensuring that the country remains peaceful throughout the electoral period.

He said the Government would work closely with national institutions, development partners, community leaders and other stakeholders to maintain law and order while strengthening peace, cohesion and trust among Kenyan communities.

The CS spoke after joining Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and other leaders during the launch of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) roadmap aimed at preventing election-related violence ahead of the 2027 polls.

The initiative, dubbed “Uchaguzi Bila Noma,” seeks to promote peaceful elections by bringing together government agencies, political actors, communities, youth and other stakeholders in efforts to prevent conflict and strengthen national cohesion.

Murkomen said the Government was already putting in place mechanisms to address potential sources of conflict before, during and after the elections.

“Through the National Steering Committee on Peacebuilding and Conflict Management (NSC), NGAOs and security agencies, we are actively collaborating with NCIC to build trust, encourage responsible leadership, promote youth engagement and prevent conflicts to ensure a harmonious society and peaceful 2027 general elections,” Murkomen said.

He stressed the importance of responsible leadership and urged political and community leaders to promote messages that unite Kenyans rather than deepen divisions.

According to the CS, engaging young people will also be critical in preventing election-related violence, given their significant role in political campaigns and public participation.

The Government's message comes as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 General Election, with leaders and political formations beginning to mobilise supporters across the country.

The launch of the NCIC roadmap is expected to provide a coordinated framework for stakeholders to identify emerging tensions, promote dialogue and intervene early in areas at risk of conflict.

NCIC Chairperson Bishop Dr. Kepha Omae said the commission would continue working with government agencies and other partners to ensure that the 2027 elections are conducted in an atmosphere of peace, tolerance and mutual respect.

IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon, Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of the Administration Police Service Gilbert Masengeli and NCIC Chief Executive Officer Dr. Daniel Giti were among other dignitaries who attended the event.

The leaders emphasized the need for Kenyans to embrace peaceful political competition and respect democratic processes as the country prepares for the next General Election.

With the “Uchaguzi Bila Noma” campaign, authorities are seeking to shift the focus from election-related tensions to dialogue, peaceful participation and respect for the rights of every Kenyan.

Murkomen reiterated that security agencies would remain vigilant while ensuring that enforcement of law and order does not undermine the constitutional freedoms of Kenyans to participate in the democratic process.

The CS's remarks come amid growing political realignments across the country, with the 2027 elections expected to generate heightened political activity and competition.

The Government now says its priority is to ensure that the political contest remains peaceful and that every Kenyan can exercise their democratic rights without fear, intimidation or violence.