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Ms Ann Njeri Nderitu was officially appointed as Acting Registrar of Political Parties on August 10, 2018, and was later confirmed in the position.  Ms Ann Nderitu was working as a manager in charge of electoral training for The Independent Electoral Boundaries Commission (IEBC) prior to being seconded to head ORPP in an acting capacity.

The newly appointed Registrar of Political Parties succeeds Ms Lucy Ndungu, who has moved to the Commission on Administrative Justice as a commissioner.

Ms Lucy Ndungu, the former Registrar of Political Parties, officially handed over to the newly appointed Registrar on August 15th, 2018, at the ORPP board room, where she was also officially introduced to the senior management staff.

When President Uhuru Kenyatta recently announced Anne Nderitu as his nominee for the Registrar of Political Parties (RPP) position, the subsequent reactions highlighted the challenges of occupying such a pivotal role. The responses on social media ranged from gender, tribe, and political affiliations, while others celebrated it as a victory for women breaking traditional cultural barriers in leadership.

For Anne Nderitu, her focus remains on the job itself. As the acting Registrar of Political Parties, she has already experienced the complexities of overseeing Kenya's political landscape. She has received both criticism and praise, gracefully navigating the pursuit of enhancing democracy in the nation.

"This office is entrusted with shaping Kenya's political landscape, and it's crucial to approach it with dedication to meet these expectations. Irrespective of the circumstances, I am committed to collaborating with all parties for the betterment of our country," she stated in anticipation of her vetting by the National Assembly.

Anne Nderitu is no stranger to Kenya's governance sphere. Prior to her acting role as Registrar of Political Parties in 2018, she led electoral training at the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).

Taking over from Lucy Ndungu was a challenging transition, requiring her to tackle political party maneuvering and ensure justice for those affected by such actions.

One of her significant tasks involved a case where the ODM party tried to expel Malindi MP Aisha Jumwa and the late Msambweni MP Solomon Dori for their association with Deputy President William Ruto, a member of the rival Jubilee party. The expulsion attempt, which could have led to their parliamentary seat loss, failed due to procedural lapses.

Additionally, Amani National Congress (ANC) sought to expel Kakamega senator Cleophas Malala for campaigning against its candidate in the Kibra by-election, but Nderitu opposed it, claiming a violation of ANC's constitution.

Nderitu's recent registration of parties linked to elected leaders demonstrated shifts in political allegiances. She registered parties like the Civic Renewal Party (CRP) associated with Murang’a Governor Mwangi Wa Iria's aide Ephantus Githae, and the Transformational National Alliance Party (TNAP) linked to Gatundu South MP Moses Kuria.

Nderitu also found herself involved when Ford Kenya leader Moses Wetang'ula was ousted, facing a court order barring her from implementing changes that would hand control to Kanduyi MP Wafula Wamunyinyi.

Besides mediating party conflicts, the Registrar allocates funds to political parties based on their representation in various assemblies. This allocation process has been contentious, with disagreements over sharing the funds.

If Anne Nderitu's nomination is approved by Parliament, her role will remain demanding as Kenya heads towards the 2022 General Elections, amid intense rivalries and power struggles within political parties.