The Kenyan Constitution, which is the highest law in Kenya, comprises eighteen chapters that outline its framework. It was enacted in August 2010, superseding the 1963 independence constitution. This Constitution has significantly transformed Kenyan governance by prioritizing citizens in the decision-making process and highlighting the devolution of power to local levels. Constitution of Kenya 2010 all Chapters
The eighteen chapters of the Kenyan Constitution are as follows:
- Preamble
- Chapter One – Sovereignty of the People and Supremacy of this Constitution
- Chapter Two – The Republic
- Chapter Three – Citizenship
- Chapter Four – The Bill of Rights
- Chapter Five – Land and Environment
- Chapter Six – Leadership and Integrity
- Chapter Seven – Representation of the People
- Chapter Eight – The Legislature
- Chapter Nine – The Executive
- Chapter Ten – Judiciary
- Chapter Eleven – Devolved Government
- Chapter Twelve – Public Finance
- Chapter Thirteen – The Public Service
- Chapter Fourteen – National Security
- Chapter Fifteen – Commissions and Independent Offices
- Chapter Sixteen – Amendment of this Constitution
- Chapter Seventeen – General Provisions
- Chapter Eighteen – Transitional and Consequential Provisions
- Schedules – Schedules
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