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Kenya - - Law, Act

Social Assistance Act, 2013 (No. 24 of 2013). -

Adoption: 2013-01-14 | Date of entry into force: 2013-01-25 | KEN-2013-L-97356

An Act of Parliament to give effect to Article 43(1)(e) of the Constitution; to establish the National Social Assistance Authority; to provide for the rendering of social assistance to persons in need and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Technical and Vocational Education and Training Act, 2013 (Act No. 29 of 2013). -

Adoption: 2013-01-14 | Date of entry into force: 2013-06-24 | Date of gradual entry into force: 2014-05-26 | KEN-2013-L-98807

An Act of Parliament to provide for the establishment of a technical and vocational education and training system; to provide for the governance and management of institutions offering technical and vocational education and training; to provide for coordinated assessment, examination and certification; to institute a mechanism for promoting access and equity in training; to assure standards, quality and relevance; and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Authority Act (No 13 of 2013). -

Adoption: 2013-01 | KEN-2013-L-94531

AN ACT of Parliament to provide for the consolidation of the laws on the regulation and promotion of agriculture generally, to provide for the establishment of the Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Authority, to make provision for the respective roles of the national and county governments in agriculture excluding livestock and related matters in furtherance of the relevant provisions of the Fourth Schedule to the Constitution and for connected purposes.

Repeals the following Acts:
(a) Agriculture Act;
(b) Suppression of Noxious Weeds Act;
(c) Grass Fires Act.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Prevention, Protection and Assistance to Internally Displaced Persons and Affected Communities Act, 2012 (No 56 of 2012). -

Adoption: 2012-12-31 | KEN-2012-L-94530

AN ACT of Parliament to make further provision for the prevention, protection and provision of assistance to internally displaced persons and affected communities and give effect to the Great Lakes Protocol on the Protection and Assistance to Internally Displaced Persons, and the United Nations Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Universities Act, 2012 (Act No. 42 of 2012). -

Adoption: 2012-12-13 | KEN-2012-L-98808

An Act of Parliament to provide for the development of university education; the establishment, accreditation and governance of universities; the establishment of the Commission for University Education, the Universities Funding Board and the Kenya University and Colleges Central Placement Service Board; the repeal of certain laws, and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Kenya Defence Forces Act, 2012 (No 25 of 2012). -

Adoption: 2012-08-27 | Date of entry into force: 2012-09-17 | KEN-2012-L-94529

An Act of Parliament to provide for the functions, organization and administration of the Kenya Defence Forces pursuant to Articles 232 and 239(6) of the Constitution; to give effect to Article 241 and other relevant Articles of the Constitution, to provide for disciplinary matters, and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Public Service Commission Act, 2012 (Act No. 4 of 2010). -

Adoption: 2012-07-24 | Date of entry into force: 2012-08-01 | KEN-2012-L-97353

An Act of Parliament to make further provisions as to the functions and powers, and the administration of the Public Service Commission established under Article 233 of the Constitution; the qualifications and procedures for the appointment of the chairperson, members and secretary of the Commission, and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Public Service Superannuation Scheme Act, 2012 (Cap. 190A) (No. 8 of 2012). -

Adoption: 2012-05-09 | KEN-2012-L-97354

An Act of Parliament to establish the Contributory Public Service Superannuation Scheme for providing retirement benefits to persons in the public service and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Miscellaneous (circular, directive, legal notice, instruction, etc.)

Plan stratégique de la Communauté d'Afrique de l'Est sur le genre, la jeunesse, les enfants, les personnes ayant un handicap, la protection sociale et le développement de la Communauté (2012-2016).

Adoption: 2012-03 | INT-2012-M-94021

Kenya - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Regulations, 2012 [Rev. 2018]. -

Adoption: 2012 | KEN-2012-R-110067

Kenya - - Law, Act

The East African Communitiy HIV and AIDS Prevention and Management Act, 2012.

Adoption: 2012 | INT-2012-L-111797

Kenya - - Law, Act

Political Parties Act (Act No. 11 of 2011). -

Adoption: 2011-11-01 | KEN-2011-L-89315

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Registration and Regulation of Political Parties
Part III - Political Parties Disputes Tribunal
Part IV - Formation, Registration and Regulation of Political Parties
Part V - Funding and Accounts of Political Parties
Part VI - General Provisions
Part VII - Transitional Provisions

Repeals Act No. 10 of 2007 on Political Parties.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Kenya Citizenship and Immigration Act (Act No. 12 of 2011) (Cap. 172). -

Adoption: 2011-09-30 | KEN-2011-L-89317

AN ACT of Parliament to provide for matters relating to citizenship; issuance of travel documents; immigration and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Kenya Citizens and Foreign Nationals Management Service (No. 31 of 2011). -

Adoption: 2011-09-30 | Date of entry into force: 2011-10-04 | KEN-2011-L-89323

An Act of Parliament to establish the Kenya Citizens and Foreign Nationals Management Service; to provide for the creation and maintenance of a national population register and the administration of the laws relating to births and deaths, identification and registration of citizens, immigration and refugees; administration of the laws relating to marriages and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Law, Act

National Police Service Commission Act (Cap. 185C). -

Adoption: 2011-09-30 | Date of entry into force: 2011-10-10 | KEN-2011-L-97346

Kenya - - Law, Act

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission Act (Act No. 22 of 2011). -

Adoption: 2011-09-05 | KEN-2011-L-89316

AN ACT of Parliament to establish the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission pursuant to Article 79 of the Constitution, to provide for the functions and powers of the Commission, to provide for the qualifications and procedures for the appointment of the chairperson and members of the Commission, and for connected purposes.
Amends section 2 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, 2003 (Act No.3 of 2003) and repeals Part III of No.3 of 2003.

Kenya - - Law, Act

National Gender and Equality Commission Act (Act No. 15 of 2011) (Cap. 5C). -

Adoption: 2011-08-30 | KEN-2011-L-89319

AN ACT of Parliament to establish the National Gender and Equality Commission as a successor to the Kenya National Human Rights and Equality Commission pursuant to Article 59(4) of the Constitution; to provide for the membership, powers and functions of the Commission, and for connected purposes .

Kenya - - Law, Act

Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (Act No. 14 of 2011). -

Adoption: 2011-08-27 | Date of entry into force: 2011-08-30 | KEN-2011-L-89318

AN ACT of Parliament to restructure the Kenya National Human Rights and Equality Commission and to establish the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights pursuant to Article 59(4) of the Constitution; to provide for the membership, powers and functions of the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights, and for connected purposes.

Repeals the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act, 2002 (Act No. 9 of 2002).

Kenya - - Law, Act

National Police Service Act (Cap. 84). -

Adoption: 2011-08-27 | Date of entry into force: 2011-08-30 | KEN-2011-L-97347

Kenya - - Law, Act

Political Parties Act, 2011 (Act No. 11 of 2011) (Cap. 7B). -

Adoption: 2011-08-27 | Date of entry into force: 2011-11-01 | KEN-2011-L-98803

An Act of Parliament to provide for the registration, regulation and funding of political parties, and for connected purposes. Repeals the Political Parties Act, 2007.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Industrial Court Act, 2011 (Act No. 20 of 2011) (Cap. 234B). -

Adoption: 2011-08-27 | Date of entry into force: 2011-08-30 | KEN-2011-L-98805

An Act of Parliament to establish the Industrial Court as a superior court of record; to confer jurisdiction on the Court with respect to employment and labour relations and for connected purposes. Repeals Part III of the Labour Institutions Act, 2007 (No. 12 of 2007) .

Kenya - - Law, Act

Salaries and Remuneration Commission Act (Act No. 10 of 2011) (Cap. 5F). -

Adoption: 2011-07-29 | KEN-2011-L-89320

AN ACT of Parliament to make further provision as to the functions and powers of the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, the qualifications and procedures for the appointment of the chairperson and members of the Commission, and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Regulation of Wages (Agricultural Industry)(Amendment) Order 2011 (L.N. No. 63). -

Adoption: 2011-06-10 | KEN-2011-R-89321

Made in accordance with section 46 of the Labour Institutions Act, 2007. Modifies the minimum wage in the agricultural sector.

Kenya - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Regulation of Wages (General) (Amendment) Order, 2011 (L.N. No. 64). -

Adoption: 2011-05-01 | KEN-2011-R-89322

Makes provision for basic minimum monthly wages and minimum daily and hourly rates for different categories of workers.

Kenya - - Law, Act

The Industrial Training Act (Act No. 1 of 2011). -

Adoption: 2011 | KEN-2011-L-89314

An Act of Parliament to amend the Industrial Training Act to provide for the establishment, powers, functions and the management of the National Industrial Training Authority, to provide for the control and regulation of industrial training in Kenya, and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Law, Act

National Youth Council Act, 2009 (Act No. 10 of 2009) (Cap. 132). -

Adoption: 2010-12-31 | Date of entry into force: 2011-01-06 | KEN-2010-L-98802

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Establishment, Powers and Functions of the Council
Part III - Establishment and Functions of the Board
Part IV - Financial Provisions
Part V - Miscellaneous

Kenya - - Constitution

The Constitution of the Republic of Kenya, 2010. -

Adoption: 2010-08-27 | KEN-2010-C-84786

Chapter I - Sovereignty of the People and Supremacy of the Constitution
Chapter II - The Republic
Chapter III - Citizenship
Chapter IV - The Bill of Rights
Chapter V - Land and Environment
Chapter VI - Leadership and Integrity
Chapter VII - Representation of the People
Chapter VIII - The Legislature
Chapter IX - The Executive
Chapter X - Judiciary
Chapter XI - Devolved Government
Chapter XII - Public Finance
Chapter XIII - The Public Service
Chapter XIV - National Security
Chapter XV - Commissions and Independent Offices
Chapter XVI - Amendment of this Constitution
Chapter XVII General Provisions
Chapter XVIII - Transitional and Consequential Provisions

Kenya - - Law, Act

Counter-Trafficking In Persons Act (Act No. 8 of 2010) (Cap. 61). -

Adoption: 2010-07-06 | Date of entry into force: 2010 | KEN-2010-L-84999

Arrangement of Sections:
PART I - Preliminary
1. Short Title and Commencement
2. Interpretation
PART II - Trafficking in Persons and Related Offences
3. Trafficking in Persons
4. Acts That Promote Child Trafficking
5. Promotion of Trafficking in Persons
6. Acquisition of Travel Documents by Fraud or misrepresentation
7. Facilitating Entry into or Exit out of the Country
8. Interfering with Travel Documents and Personal Effects
9. Life Threatening Circumstances or Death
10. Trafficking in Persons for Organized Crime
PART III - Trial of Offenders and Remedies for Victims of Trafficking in Persons
11. Confidentiality
12. Victim Impact Statement
13. Restitution
14. Victim Immunity from Prosecution
15. Support and Protection of Victims of Trafficking in Persons
16. Trafficked Person Exempt from Paying Fees in Civil Suits
17. Confiscation and Forfeiture of Proceeds of Crime
18. Repatriation of Trafficked Persons to and from Kenya
PART IV - The Counter-trafficking in Persons Advisory Committee
19. Establishment of the Advisory Committee
20. Functions of the Advisory Committee
21. Reporting Requirements
PART V - National Assistance Trust Fund for Victims of Trafficking in Persons
22. Establishment of Trust Fund
23. Sources of the Fund
24. Board of Trustees
PART VI - Miscellaneous Provisions
25. Extra-territorial Jurisdiction
26. Other Penalties
27. Consequential Amendments
28. Regulations

Kenya - - Law, Act

Merchant Shipping Act, 2009 (Cap. 389). -

Adoption: 2009-05-29 | KEN-2009-L-82566

Makes provision for the registration and licensing of Kenyan ships, to regulate proprietary interests in ships, the training and the terms of engagement of masters and seafarers and matters ancillary thereto. Provides for the prevention of collisions, the safety of navigation, the safety of cargoes, carriage of bulk and dangerous cargoes, the prevention of pollution, maritime security, the liability of shipowners and others, inquiries and investigations into marine casualties. Also makes provision for the control, regulation and orderly development of merchant shipping and related services; generally to consolidate the law relating to shipping.

Kenya - - Law, Act

The Constitution of Kenya Review Act, 2008 (No. 9 of 2008). -

Adoption: 2008-12-11 | Date of entry into force: 2008-12-22 | KEN-2008-L-82567

Establishes the Committee of Experts on Constitutional Review to review the current constitution.

Kenya - - Law, Act

The International Crimes Act, 2008. -

Adoption: 2008 | Date of entry into force: 2009-01-01 | KEN-2008-L-82568

Makes provision for the punishment of certain international crimes, namely genocide, crimes against humanity and war
crimes, and to enable Kenya to co-operate with the International Criminal Court established by the Rome Statute in the performance of its functions.

Kenya - - Law, Act

National Cohesion and Integration Act (Act No. 12 of 2008). -

Adoption: 2008 | Date of entry into force: 2009-03-09 | KEN-2008-L-85000

An Act of Parliament to encourage national cohesion and integration by outlawing discrimination on ethnic grounds; to provide for the establishment, powers and functions of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission, and for connected purposes.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007 (Act No. 15 of 2007) (Cap. 514). -

Adoption: 2007-10-26 | Date of entry into force: 2008-06-02 | KEN-2007-L-78264

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - General Duties
Part III - Administration
Part IV - Enforcement
Part V - Registration of Workplaces
Part VI - Health General Provisions
Part VII - Machinery Safety
Part VIII - Safety General Provisions
Part IX - Chemical Safety
Part X - Welfare General Provisions
Part XI - Health, Safety and Welfare - Special Provisions
Part XII - Special Applications
Part XIII - Offences, Penalties and Legal Provisions
Part XIV - Miscellaneous Provisions

The Factories Act is repealed by article 129 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007. Article 129(2)(b) provides that:

"any subsidiary legislation issued before the commencement of this Act shall, as long as it is not inconsistent with this Act remain in force until repealed or revoked by subsidiary legislation under the provisions of this Act and shall, for all purposes be deemed to have been made under this Act."

Kenya - - Law, Act

Labour Relations Act, 2007 (Acts No. 14). -

Adoption: 2007-10-26 | Date of entry into force: 2008-06-02 | KEN-2007-L-78265

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Freedom of Association
Part III - Establishment and Registration of Trade Unions and Employers' Organizations
Part IV - Officials and Members of Trade Unions and Employers' Organizations
Part V - Property, Funds and Accounts of Trade Unions, Employers' Organizations and Federations
Part VI - Trade Union Dues, Agency Fees, and Employers' Organization Fees
Part VII - Recognition of Trade Unions and Collective Agreements
Part VIII - Dispute Resolution
Part IX - Adjudication of Disputes
Part X - Strikes and Lockouts
Part XI - Miscellaneous Provisions

Kenya - - Law, Act

The Employment Act, 2007 (No. 11 of 2007). -

Adoption: 2007-10-22 | Date of entry into force: 2008-06-02 | KEN-2007-L-77502

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - General Principles [prohibition of forced labour, discrimination in employment and sexual harasement]
Part III - Employment Relationship
Part IV - Protection of Wages
Part V - Rights and Duties in Employment
Part VI - Termination and Dismissal
Part VII - Protection of Children
Part VIII - Insolvency of Employer
Part IX - Employment Records
Part X - Employment Management
Part XI - Foreign Contracts of Service
Part XII - Disputes Settlement Procedure
Part XIII - Miscellaneous Provisions

Kenya - - Law, Act

Labour Institutions Act, 2007 (No. 12 of 2007). -

Adoption: 2007-10 | Date of entry into force: 2008-06-02 | KEN-2007-L-78260

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - National Labour Board
Part III - The Industrial Courts [repealed by Act No. 20 of 2011]
Part IV - Committee of Inquiry
Part V - Labour Administration and Inspection
Part VI - Wages Council and the Fixing of Wages and Terms and Conditions of Service
Part VII - Employment Agencies
Part VIII - Miscellaneous Provisions

Kenya - - Law, Act

Work Injury Benefits Act 2007 (Act No. 13 of 2007) (Cap. 236). -

Adoption: 2007 | Date of entry into force: 2008-06-02 | KEN-2007-L-77501

Part I - Preliminary
Part II - Obligations of Employer
Part III - Right to Compensation
Part IV - Reporting of Accidents
Part V - Compensation
Part VI - Occupational Diseases
Part VII - Medical Aid
Part VIII - Appeals
Part IX - Miscellaneous Provisions
SCHEDULES
First Schedule - Degree of Disablement
Second Schedule - Occupational Diseases
Third Schedule - Dependant's Compensation

Kenya - - Law, Act

HIV and AIDS Prevention and Control Act, 2006 (No. 14 of 2006).

Adoption: 2006-12-30 | KEN-2003-L-66194

Sets forth measures for the prevention, management and control of HIV and AIDS.
Part 1 (s. 1-3) Preliminary
Part 2 (s. 4-8) HIV and AIDS education and information
Part 3 (s. 9-12) Safe practices and procedures
Part 4 (s. 13-19) Testing, screening and access to health care services
Part 5 (s. 20-23) Confidentiality
Part 6 (s. 24) Transmission of HIV
Part 7 (s. 25-30) The Equity Tribunal
Part 8 (s. 31-38) Discriminatory acts and policies
Part 9 (s. 39-42) Research
Part 10 (s. 42-46) Miscellaneous provisions

Kenya - - Law, Act

Kenya Maritime Authority Act, 2006 (Cap. 370). -

Adoption: 2006-08-27 | Date of entry into force: 2007-01-01 | KEN-2006-L-97373

Kenya - - Miscellaneous (circular, directive, legal notice, instruction, etc.)

Co-operative Societies Rules, 2004, Legal Notice No. 123

Adoption: 2004-11-05 | KEN-2004-M-69791

Made pursuant to the Co-operative Societies Act 1997, sets forth the rules governing co-operative societies and general administrative procedures. Repeals the Co-operative Societies Rules, 1998.

Kenya - - Law, Act

The Co-operatives Societies (Amendment) Act, 2004, No. 2 of 2004

Adoption: 2004-07-09 | KEN-2004-L-69782

Substanitally amends the Co-operatives Societies Act, 1997. Amends, inter alia, the provisions concerning account and audit, general meetings, and membership and powers of the committee. Establishes a co-operative tribunal and provides for the implementation of a co-operative development fund.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Persons with Disabilities Act, 2003 (No. 14 of 2003) (Cap. 133). -

Adoption: 2003-12-31 | KEN-2003-L-69444

Comprehensive legislation providing for rights and rehabilitation of persons with disabilities. Comprises 8 parts. Part 1 (s. 1-2) contains preliminary provisions. Part 2 (s. 3-10) establishes National Council for Persons with Disabilities. Part 3 (s. 11-28) regulates rights and privileges of persons with disabilities. Part 4 (s. 29-30) makes provision for civic rights. Part 5 (s. 32-34) establishes National Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities. Part 6 (s. 35-37) provides for relief and incentives. Part 7 (s. 38-44) contains miscellaneous provisions; Part 8 (s. 45-49) penal provisions.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2003 (No. 5 of 2003).

Adoption: 2003-07-18 | Date of entry into force: 2003-07-25 | KEN-2003-L-65659

Provides for numerous amendments of the Penal Code (Cap. 63) and the Criminal Procedure Code (Cap. 75). In the Penal Code, inserts new provisions (sections 122A-122D) on "Sampling for DNA Identification" and on supply of harmful substances to children. Amends provisions on sexual crimes (sections 140 to 154, 156 to 157) and removes from numerous sections "corporal punishment". Amends the Criminal Procedure Code, inter alia, with regard to provisions on court to be open, transfer of cases between magistrates, resumption of proceedings or trial, power to order costs against accused or private prosecutor, and orders for compensation and expenses. Adds Part IX-A "Victim impact statements". Provides also for amendments of the Evidence Act.

Kenya - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Regulation of Wages (General) (Amendment) Order, 2003 (Legal Notice No. 48).

Adoption: 2003-05-30 | KEN-2003-R-66606

Makes provision for basic minimum monthly wages and minimum daily and hourly rates for different categories of workers.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Public Officers Ethics Act, 2003 (No. 4 of 2003) (Cap. 183). -

Adoption: 2003-04-30 | Date of entry into force: 2003-05-02 | KEN-2003-L-66179

Sets forth Code of Conduct for public servants. Divided into 6 parts. Part 1 (s. 1-4) contains preliminary provisions. Part 2 (s. 5-6) provides for specific codes of conduct and ethics; Part 3 for general code of conduct and ethics (s. 7-25). Part 4 (s. 26-34) regulates declarations of income, assets and liabilities. Part 5 (s. 35-39) deals with enforcement of code of conduct and ethics. Part 6 (s. 40-42) contains general provisions.

Kenya - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Regulation of Wages (Agricultural Industry) (Amendment) Order, 2003 (Legal Notice No. 47).

Adoption: 2003-04-30 | KEN-2003-R-66605

Makes provision for basic minimum consolidated wages for different categories of workers in the agricultural industry.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act (Act No. 3 of 2003) (Cap. 65) -

Adoption: 2003-04-30 | Date of entry into force: 2003-05-02 | KEN-2003-L-98809

An Act of Parliament to provide for the prevention, investigation and punishment of corruption, economic crime and related offences and for matters incidental thereto and connected therewith. Repeals the Prevention of Corruption Act (Cap. 65).

Kenya - - Miscellaneous (circular, directive, legal notice, instruction, etc.)

Judicial Service Code of Conduct and Ethics, 2003 (Legal Notice No 50 of 2003).

Adoption: 2003 | KEN-2003-M-65660

Makes provisions for independence, integrity, impartiality, reporting responsibilities, disqualification, activities in which a judicial may engage, conflict of interests, prohibited conduct, professionalism and courtesy, public satatements and communication with the press, political activity, etc.

Kenya - - Regulation, Decree, Ordinance

Children (Practice and Procedure Parental Responsibility) Regulations (Legal Notice No. 74).

Adoption: 2002-05-16 | KEN-2002-R-66116

Made under Children Act, 2001. Regulates certain procedural matters concerning parental responsibility.

Kenya - - Law, Act

Children's Act, 2001 (No. 8 of 2001) (Cap. 141). -

Adoption: 2001-12-31 | KEN-2001-L-61290

Comprehensive legislation on children. Divided into 14 parts. Part I contains preliminary provisions. Part II provides for safeguards for the rights and welfare of the child. Section 10 establishes that every child shall be protected from economic exploitation and any work that is likely to be hazardous or to interfere with the child's health or physical, mental, spiritual, moral or social development. Also provides for definition of "child labour". Part III regulates parental responsibility. Part IV deals with administration of children's services, Part V with children's institutions, and Part VI with children's courts. Part VII provides for custody and maintenance, Part VIII for guardianship, and Part IX for judicial orders for the protection of children. Part X contains provisions regarding children in need of care and protection. Part XI deals with foster and placement; Part XIII with child offenders. Finally, Part XIV contains miscellaneous and general provisions.