The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has commended commissioner Ann Nderitu for her leadership and the many reforms she championed during her tenure at the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) at a special lunch to see her off.

Taking it to their X handle on Thursday, April 30, 2026, the IEBC has noted that in a farewell luncheon hosted by the ORPP on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, colleagues, partners, and stakeholders from the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) gathered to honour Nderitu’s institutional reforms, professionalism, and her role in building Kenya’s political party systems.

“@IEBCKenya Commissioner Dr Ann Nderitu was hosted for a heartfelt farewell luncheon in honour of her exemplary service at @ORPPKenya. The ORPP team paid tribute to her exceptional leadership, institutional reforms, and lasting contribution to building strong, credible, and inclusive political party systems,” the IEBC noted.

During the event, Moses Sunkuli, OGW, acting commission secretary/CEO of IEBC, acknowledged Dr Nderitu’s unwavering leadership and strong institutional focus. He noted her appointment to the commission as timely and important for the future of elections in Kenya.

Sunkuli praised her collaborative style of leadership, integrity and commitment to ensuring institutional purpose was at the forefront of decision-making, while also recognising the sacrifice of family and colleagues who have supported her in her public service career.

In his remarks, John C. Lorionokou, Chairperson of IEBC, thanked staff, partners and international partners for the role they have played in the transformation of ORPP into an institution of choice and credentials.

In her remarks, Nderitu spoke of a journey marked by discipline, resilience and dedication to leave institutions better than they were. She said that much public service is done behind the scenes and relies on collaboration and sacrifice to achieve results and urged leaders to always remain committed to strengthening inclusive and sustainable democracy.