Kenya is one of those places in the region that draw interest and wonder because of its charms and veil of mystery for travellers. Filipinos, though not large in numbers, are among the most politically active immigrants in Kenya. As a result, many of them are eager to learn if they will be able to vote in the 2022 elections. To begin, search the websites of the Philippine Foreign Posts for your name on the list of certified overseas voters (CLOV).
The Philippine Embassy in Kenya has already made the overseas voters’ list available to our kababayans as the Philippines prepares for elections. In this election, the most recent list of certified overseas voters (CLOV) will be utilized. This document may be used to calculate the number of registered voters in the area.
Philippine Elections 2022: List of Registered Filipino OFW Voters in Kenya
In the near future, the Philippines will conduct presidential elections (but sooner for overseas absentee voters). And right now, everyone is discussing whether or not to vote for certain individuals based on their goals and points of view, which are communicated via various platforms and media.
One of the files you’ll need to go through is the list of certified overseas voters to see if you’re eligible to vote in the coming elections. The good news is that it is a straightforward process.
Filipinos residing in other countries, such as Kenya, should be informed about the overseas voting system to guarantee a seamless and trouble-free election experience this year. This page will help you prepare for the election by providing access to the CLOV and other OAV-related matters.
Certified List of Overseas Voters in Nairobi
Filipinos living abroad who have registered to vote in the elections may seek help from Philippine diplomatic missions. The Philippine embassy will provide citizens with information on how to vote in the upcoming elections. Before voting in the Philippine national elections from Kenya, make sure your name is on the country’s list of certified overseas voters (CLOV).
By visiting their website or phoning their office, the Philippine embassy can offer you the most up-to-date information and help on national elections and overseas voting in your host country. Click on the link below to see who has registered to vote in the 2022 Philippine national elections from Kenya.
- Land-based Overseas Filipino Voters in Kenya: https://comelec.gov.ph/php-tpls-attachments/OverseasVoting/2022NLE/CLOV/MIDAF/NAIROBI.pdf
Please contact the country’s embassy if you are a Filipino resident in Kenya and need assistance with the overseas voting procedure or authenticating your information on the CLOV. Despite its enormity, the list is alphabetically organized to make it simpler to navigate. COMELEC officials may also add comments or notes to the list. To confirm your voter’s info from the list, use the quick shortcut offered in the following step.
Tip: Use CTRL + F to avoid having to scroll through a long list of names. There will be a search box on the file where you may input your last name to see if your data is included. Because the document is case-sensitive, double-check that your name is spelled correctly and that the field contains no additional spaces or characters.
You will be able to vote in the Philippine presidential elections in 2022 if your name appears on the country’s list of certified overseas voters. From April 27 to May 9, overseas voters can vote from Kenya through overseas absentee voting.
Question: What if I’m not on the list, can I still vote?
Answer: Those who have not registered to vote will be denied the right to vote in the future elections. Those who are unable to vote this year must register to vote in future elections once the current election cycle concludes. If you follow this simple registration guide, you may vote in Kenya or from anywhere in the globe.
How to Find your name in the list of overseas voters?
The list of registered overseas voters is available in PDF format on the website of the Philippine diplomatic mission in Kenya. This is a complete list of everything you’ll need to participate in the abroad voting process.
What does it mean if my name is included in the list of Overseas Voters?
This indicates that you have registered to vote and will be able to vote in the forthcoming elections.
What if my name is not on the list of registered voters?
You will, unfortunately, be unable to vote in the Philippines’ national elections in 2022. You must register to vote before the following election cycle if you wish to vote in future elections.
I registered as an overseas absentee voter in 2013 and I was able to vote in the 2013 and 2016 National Elections but was unable to vote in 2019 National Elections. Do I still need to apply for certification to vote abroad?
Your information will be added to the national voter list as well as the National Registry of Overseas Voters. However, if you do not vote in your host country in 2022, your name will be removed from both lists.
I registered as an overseas voter in 2019 but I know I will be in the Philippines come May 2022. Can I vote in the 2022 elections in the Philippines?
Yes, but you must also submit a Letter of Request for Registration Transfer from your host country’s embassy or consulate in Manila to the COMELEC-OFOV.
When will the list of certified absentee voters in Kenya be released?
The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) will provide a list of confirmed overseas voters to various diplomatic embassies across the world within 120 days of the formal election campaign period.
The news was announced in an official statement by the COMELEC: “Preparation and Posting of Certified List of Overseas Absentee Voters. – The Commission shall prepare the Certified List of Overseas Absentee Voters within one hundred twenty (120) days before every election, and furnish within the same period copies thereof to the appropriate embassies, consulates, and other foreign service establishments, which shall post the same in their bulletin boards within ten (10) days from receipt thereof.”
Reminders When Voting During PH Elections
Citizens’ votes are valued by the government because they allow Filipinos from all over the world to participate in the country’s political and social affairs. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively lead the country through its current problems while simultaneously depicting a favorable image of Filipinos around the world.
Remember To Vote Wisely
When choosing a leader, voters should evaluate the candidates’ ideals and personality attributes. When the time comes to vote for a new president, these will help us make an educated selection. Only those with compelling ideas and a clear vision for the people and the country should be picked for positions of leadership. Examine the candidates’ policies to see if they have a plan for improving the lives of Filipinos living overseas.
The Importance of Overseas Voting
There will be a lot riding on the coming election. Furthermore, the significance of votes cast by Filipinos living in other countries cannot be emphasized. Over a million Filipinos have emigrated to live or work in other nations. Their revenues help to drive the Philippine economy forward.
Despite Kenya’s small Filipino community, Filipinos in Nairobi and other parts of the nation are united by connections to their homeland, relatives, and similar experiences of living abroad for decades or more.
Because the majority of these people work, they have a say in how their families are run. As a result, every vote cast by a Filipino living abroad matters; make sure yours is one of them.
FINAL THOUGHTS
We just have a few weeks till Election Day to prepare for the new leaders who will steer our country toward a more progressive path.
Many people are astonished by the number of people who have shown their competence to lead the country, as well as the emergence of questionable candidates claiming to be “the one” – but isn’t this true in every election?
As a result, your vote will be critical in picking a president with the qualities and skills needed to lead the country through these hard times.
It would be ideal to have a leader who can solve the country’s present issues while projecting a favorable image to the rest of the globe.
To fulfill its goals, the country will need leaders who are committed to democracy and freedom. It is vital that we all work together to build the country when picking leaders for future elections. Let us utilize our collective strength, as evidenced by our votes, to better our home country, the Philippines, no matter where we are in the world.
So, based on your examination of the CLOV granted by your host country, are you eligible to vote in the next elections? How has this therapy aided you? Were there any issues or challenges that you faced, and did you bring these to the notice of the Philippine diplomatic representation in your country? Please leave a comment and tell us what you think.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Embassy of Philippines in Nairobi, Kenya
ADDRESS: State House Road (next to Hillcrest College) 00100 Nairobi, Kenya
POSTAL: PO Box 47941
PHONE LOCAL: (051) 801.3393
INTERNATIONAL: +254.51.801.3393
FAX LOCAL: (020) 272.5316
INTERNATIONAL: +254.20.272.5316
EMAIL nairobi.pe@dfa.gov.ph
WEB SITE http://www.phil-embassy.or.ke/
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