Is Bora Forum Network a registered NGO in Kenya?

Yes. Bora Forum Network is registered under the NGOs Co-ordination Act, Kenya. Registration Number: OP.218/051/23-381.

What types of funding partnerships does Bora Forum Network accept?

We accept grant funding, co-implementation partnerships with bilateral and multilateral donors, technical partnerships, and CSR-aligned civic education partnerships.

Does Bora Forum Network publish audited accounts?

Yes. Annual audited accounts are prepared by a certified public accountant registered with ICPAK and are available to verified funders and donors on request.

What safeguarding policies does Bora Forum Network have?

We maintain a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Policy, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Policy, Data Protection Policy, Conflict of Interest Policy, and Whistleblower Protection Policy.

Bora Forum Network | Electoral Governance & Accountability NGO

About Us

A Network Built on
Purpose & Excellence

Bora Forum Network is a registered Kenyan NGO connecting the most driven governance professionals, civil society advocates and public administrators across East Africa — united under one shared vision: a transparent, accountable society where every citizen's voice is heard.

We provide training, research, election monitoring and strategic consultancy to governments, institutions and communities — advancing democratic values from the grassroots to the highest levels of leadership.

Our Mission

"To promote democracy, good governance, accountability and transparency through capacity building, civic education, monitoring and strategic partnerships across East Africa."

Our Vision

"A democratic, accountable and transparent society where every citizen's voice is heard and valued."

"Empowering leaders who serve — not just govern."

— Bora Forum Network

What We Do

Our Areas of Work

From election monitoring to leadership training, we work across the full spectrum of democratic governance.

Election Monitoring & Governance

Independent observation and analysis of electoral processes to uphold democratic standards and build public confidence in institutions.

Capacity Building & Training

Tailored programmes for public servants, elected officials and civil society leaders on governance, leadership and accountability frameworks.

Civic Education & Outreach

Grassroots campaigns and structured curricula empowering citizens to understand their rights, engage with government and hold leaders accountable.

Anti-Corruption & Transparency

Advocacy, research and community engagement programmes targeting corruption at institutional and community levels across the region.

Women in Leadership

Dedicated programmes designed to increase women's participation in governance, public service and decision-making at all levels.

Strategic Partnerships & Research

Collaborative governance research and evidence-based policy advisory work with governments, NGOs, academic institutions and donors.

Core Values

The Principles That Guide Us

Good Governance

Accountability

Transparency

Inclusivity

Civic Education

Women Leadership

34+

Years Combined Governance Experience

East African Countries Served

12K+

Leaders & Citizens Trained

2027

Kenya Election Watch Programme

Geographic Reach

Where We Work

Bora Forum Network operates across East Africa, partnering with institutions committed to democratic progress.

Kenya — Headquarters

Nairobi-based operations covering national governance, elections, and civic education programmes.

East Africa Region

Active partnerships and programmes extending across the East African Community member states.

East Africa Civil Society Network

Member of the regional civil society coalition driving coordinated governance advocacy across borders.

Institutional Partners

Our Affiliations

We work alongside leading academic, institutional and development partners to deliver evidence-based governance solutions.

Eastern and Southern Africa Management Institute (ESAMI)

Training & Capacity Building Partner

Maastricht School of Management

Academic & Research Partner

Independent Electoral & Boundaries Commission (IEBC)

Electoral Governance & Monitoring

Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ)

Access to Information & Accountability

Inspira Corporate Consulting

Corporate Governance & Strategy Partner

Fastlink Consultants & Merchants

Business Development & Implementation Partner

Our Team

The People Driving Change

Dedicated professionals from governance, law, public administration and civil society united by a single mission.

$Lucy Kamunye Ndungu$

ORPP · Commission on Administrative Justice · GriC Board of Trustees

Lucy Kamunye Ndungu, EBS, HSC

Project Lead / Executive Director

Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with 34+ years in governance and electoral law. Kenya's first Registrar of Political Parties; former Access to Information Commissioner, CAJ (2018–2024). Presidential awards: EBS & HSC.

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IEBC · Salaries & Remuneration Commission · LAPFUND

Sellestina A. Kiuluku, EBS, MBS

Director & Elections Governance Expert

27+ years in elections management, HR development and institutional governance. Former Director HR & Administration, IEBC; former Commissioner, Salaries and Remuneration Commission. State awards: EBS & MBS.

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ORPP · IEBC · Commonwealth Association of Legislative Counsel

Juliet Wanjiku Murimi

Lead Governance & Electoral Expert

Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with 20+ years in electoral law and governance. Ag. Director Compliance & Registration, ORPP; first Manager for Political Parties, IEBC. PhD Leadership & Governance candidate, JKUAT.

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Bora Forum Network · Kenya

Jacob Musili Masai

M&E and Data Analytics Specialist

A seasoned public health researcher and data specialist with a decade of experience turning evidence into policy. Jacob leads multi-country research programmes and is a recognised expert in Partnership Guideline Development — bringing together governments, civil society and international partners around shared, data-driven frameworks. His expertise spans R, STATA, Power BI, Tableau and DHIS2, applied not just to collect data, but to build the systems and standards that ensure it drives real accountability and measurable change.

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Kenyatta University · Kenya Bureau of Statistics · KCA University

Dr. Mary Mbii

Civic Education & Community Engagement Expert

PhD in Educational Management (Kenyatta University); 29 years of teaching and community training experience. Trainer of Trainers, Kenya Bureau of Statistics; part-time lecturer at KCA University (Master's level).

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Verified Results

What We've Achieved

These are not just activities — they are measurable changes in governance, accountability, and citizen participation across East Africa.

2,400+

Women Leaders Empowered

Women trained in public leadership, civic rights and electoral participation across 12 counties — with 38 going on to stand for elective office (2017–2022).

Source: Bora Forum Network Programme Reports 2017–2022

Election Cycles Monitored

Civic observers deployed in 2007, 2013, 2017 and 2022 general elections — flagging irregularities and publishing post-election integrity reports shared with IEBC and civil society.

Source: Bora Forum Network Election Watch Reports

Policy Advocacy Wins

Contributed to strengthening of Kenya's Access to Information Act (2016), Political Parties Act regulations, and Commission on Administrative Justice service standards.

Source: Network advocacy reports, Kenya Gazette references

Programme Milestones

1990

Founded

Governance training programmes launched in Nairobi

2007–2013

Election Watch

First civic observer deployment. Post-election reports to IEBC.

2016–2018

Regional Expansion

East African Civil Society Network affiliate. 6-country reach.

2022–2024

Women's Leadership

2,400+ women trained; 38 stood for elective office.

2025–2027

Election Watch 2027

Citizen observer programme for Kenya 2027 general elections.

Events & Gallery

Where Ideas Come Alive

From high-level forums to grassroots dialogues — moments that move Kenya forward.

Leadership Legacy & the Power of Vision — Nov 2025

Ombudsman Stakeholder Engagement

Governance Dialogue Forum

Civic Education & Community Outreach

14 November 2025

Leadership Legacy and the Power of Vision

Exploring how visionary leadership builds lasting institutional and national legacies in Kenya's governance landscape.

Comm. Lucy Kamunya Ndungu, EBS, MSC

Ongoing 2025–2026

Ombudsman Outreach & Governance Dialogues

Community sessions on administrative justice, access to information, and the Ombudsman's role in serving all Kenyans.

Bora Forum Network Members

Upcoming 2026

Women in Public Leadership Summit

Convening women leaders from county governments, Parliament and civil society to chart a bold gender-responsive governance agenda.

For Funders & Partners

Let's Build a
More Accountable
East Africa Together

We are actively seeking funding and co-implementation partnerships for our 2025–2027 programme cycle, including the Kenya Election Watch 2027, regional women's leadership, and county-level anti-corruption initiatives.

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Co-implementation partnerships

Joint programme design with bilateral and multilateral donors

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Grant funding

Project and core funding for election monitoring, training, advocacy

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Technical partnerships

Research collaboration, peer learning, capacity exchange

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Corporate social responsibility

CSR-aligned civic education and governance programming

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2025–2027 Programme Pipeline

Kenya Election Watch 2027

Seeking funding

Women in Public Leadership — Yr 2

Seeking funding

County Anti-Corruption Initiative

Design stage

East Africa Governance Dialogue Series

Active

Our Commitments to Funders

✓ Quarterly narrative and financial reporting
✓ Independent annual audits (available on request)
✓ Open Books Policy — budget summaries publicly available
✓ Safeguarding & child protection policy in force
✓ Anti-fraud and anti-corruption policy
✓ Data protection compliance (Kenya Data Protection Act 2019)

Accountability & Governance

Open, Accountable
& Legally Registered

We believe transparency starts with us. Below is everything a funder or partner needs to verify our legal standing, governance and policies.

Legal Registration

Registration No.	OP.218/051/23-381
Registered Under	NGOs Co-ordination Act, Kenya
Registration Date	1990
Tax Status	NGO — Exempt
Country	Kenya (HQ: Nairobi)

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Governance Structure

Board of Directors — 5 independent members providing strategic oversight, financial accountability, and governance oversight.

Technical Advisory Committee — Electoral law, public policy, gender and data experts.

Secretariat — Professional management team accountable to the Board.

Board composition & meeting minutes available on request to verified funders.

Financial Transparency

Annual audited accounts prepared by a certified public accountant registered with ICPAK.

Financial statements available to verified funders and donors on request.

We operate an Open Books Policy — programme budget summaries are shared at proposal stage.

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Policies in Force

✓ Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy

✓ Anti-Fraud & Anti-Corruption Policy

✓ Gender Equality & Social Inclusion Policy

✓ Data Protection & Privacy Policy (DPA 2019)

✓ Conflict of Interest Policy

✓ Whistleblower Protection Policy

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Current Affiliations & Institutional Partners

ESAMI

Maastricht School of Management

IEBC

Commission on Administrative Justice

East African Civil Society Network

Strengthening Electoral Integrity
& Civic Governance
Across East Africa

Governance Training

Election Monitoring

Accountability

Strategic Partnerships

A Network Built on
Purpose & Excellence