The Constitution of Kenya contains some terms that enable Kenyans to interpret it. This article explores some of these terms and their definitions. Definition of terms used in the Kenyan Constitution “Adult” means an individual … Continue ReadingSome Terms Used in the Kenyan Constitution
Public participation in Kenya is considered a crucial pillar of the Kenyan Constitution. It promotes democracy by providing the public with the opportunity to take part in decision-making processes in government. Public participation in Kenya … Continue ReadingLegal Framework for Public Participation in Kenya
Democracy and the democratic process are two terms that often go hand in hand. The democratic process is a certain order of interpreting and implementing democratic rules. It also the way people set up agencies … Continue ReadingWhat is Democracy and the Democratic Process?
The laws on hate speech in Kenya relate to the freedom of expression. Article 33(2) (c) of the Constitution deals with the same. The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) Act further extends the definition … Continue ReadingThe Legal Framework for Hate Speech in Kenya
There are various ways in which propaganda in Kenya portrays itself. Propaganda is any technique that attempts to influence the opinions, emotions, attitudes, or behaviour of a group in order to benefit the sponsor. To Kwame … Continue ReadingThe Techniques and Types of Propaganda in Kenya
IEBC has deployed various forms of election technology to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the electoral process. Section 44 of the Election Act 2011 allows IEBC to use such technology “as it considers appropriate” in … Continue ReadingTypes of Election Technology Used by IEBC
A Member of County Assembly (MCA) or a Ward Representative plays a crucial role in devolution. The Constitution limits the role of a Member of the County Assembly to the county level of governance. A … Continue ReadingQualifications for Members of County Assembly
Kenyans elect a Member of Parliament every five years. Article 1 of the Constitution says that all sovereign power belongs to the people of Kenya. The people may exercise their sovereign power either directly or … Continue ReadingQualifications for a Member Of Parliament in Kenya
Women’s Representative (or Woman County Representative) in Kenya plays a very crucial role in the state and government. As a Member of Parliament, Women’s Representative plays three crucial roles. They are legislation, representation, and oversight. … Continue ReadingQualifications for Women Representatives
A candidate intending to become a senator in Kenya must meet a certain threshold. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) stipulates this threshold. IEBC provides the guidelines to vie for the position of a … Continue ReadingQualifications for a Senator in Kenya
If you want to be a county governor in Kenya, you must meet certain conditions. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) stipulate the guidelines to vie for the position of the county governor in … Continue ReadingQualifications for a County Governor in Kenya
If you want to vie for the presidency in Kenya, you must meet a number of conditions. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) stipulates the guidelines to vie for the presidency in Kenya. The … Continue ReadingQualifications for the Presidency in Kenya