Category: Politics

The qualifications for the position of a Member of the National Assembly in Kenya ensure that all interested candidates are suitable for the position. There are two ways a person can become a member of … Continue ReadingQualifications for Members of the National Assembly in Kenya

The qualifications for nominated candidates in Kenya ensure the suitability of the candidates for the various nominated positions. These nominations are important in ensuring gender equality and the representation of special interest groups. The qualifications … Continue ReadingQualifications for Nominated Candidates in Kenya

Who is a public officer and a state officer in Kenya? This article intends to provide an answer. The Constitution of Kenya makes several mentions of the terms “public officer” and “state officer”. These two … Continue ReadingWho is a Public Officer and a State Officer in Kenya?

The requirements to stand as an independent candidate in Kenya relate to various elective positions. These positions are those of the President, Members of the National Assembly, Governors, Senators, Women Representatives and Members of the … Continue ReadingRequirements to Stand as an Independent Candidate in Kenya

The issue of fake news in Kenya is prevalent especially during the period of general elections. Fake news or fabricated news are false stories published in different mediums or sources such as the media (newspapers, … Continue ReadingA Simple Guide to Spot Fake News in Kenya

The political leadership of the National Assembly in Kenya plays a vital role in the National Assembly. The National Assembly is one of the legislative arms of the national government. Its major role is to … Continue ReadingThe Political Leadership of the National Assembly in Kenya

There is a vacancy in the office of the President in Kenya if the holder of the office- dies; resigns, in writing, addressed to the Speaker of the National Assembly; or otherwise ceases to hold … Continue ReadingVacancy in the Office of the President in Kenya

Article 149 of the Kenyan Constitution speaks about the vacancy in the office of the Deputy President in Kenya. The Deputy President in Kenya is elected on a single ticket with the President. He or … Continue ReadingVacancy in the Office of the Deputy President in Kenya

The political leadership of the Senate in Kenya plays a vital role in the Senate. The Senate is one of the legislative arms of the national government. Its major role is to promote and protect … Continue ReadingThe Political Leadership of the Senate in Kenya

You hear people complain many times that their county governors have done nothing. The public will blame the governors for the failure of their county governments to deliver services. Come election time, the public has become … Continue ReadingCounty Governors Should Provide Information on County Projects

Kenya has made strides from centralisation to devolution. This article explores the history of devolution in Kenya. The journey from centralisation to decentralisation in Kenya. Past Dynamics (Devolution) The history of devolution in Kenya begins … Continue ReadingThe History Of Devolution in Kenya as a System of Governance

There are various types of elections in Kenya. According to the handbook on provisions on governance structure and elections in the constitution of Kenya (by Uraia and IED), elections are a reflection of democratic practice. Adult citizens … Continue ReadingThe Six Types of Elections in Kenya and When they Happen