Politangle
Start Quick

← Country guide: Kenya

Kenya / Why this topic matters

County devolution

Why this topic matters

Devolution is a central feature of the 2010 Constitution: counties have elected governments and constitutionally assigned functions. Courts can review public action under a supreme Constitution.

Relevant turning point

2010 · New Constitution

A referendum approved a new Constitution with a presidential system, bill of rights, bicameral parliament and extensive county devolution.

Country sources

The sources below document the country context; they do not independently verify every interpretation of this topic.

County devolution · Kenya | Politangle — Politangle