AI misuse, political goonism threaten 2027 election

The misuse of artificial intelligence and the rise of political goonism have been identified as major threats to a free, fair and credible 2027 General Election. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, IEBC, is now engaging county security teams across the country to map out potential hotspots and prepare for heightened political activity ahead of the election. As campaigns gather pace, the focus is on identifying risks early and putting measures in place to protect the electoral process.