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Op-Ed: Basic structure doctrine -- winds of change for constitutionalism in Africa?27 May
There are implied constitutional limitations by which the constitution should not be amended in a way that changes the basic structure and features of the const…
Kenya's high court issues landmark ruling blocking BBI bill as unconstitutional17 May
In a scathing ruling, five High Court judges in Kenya have blocked a government-backed plan to make fundamental changes to the country's constitution.
The jud…
Op-Ed: Recognising ethnic identities in Kenya's constitution may improve democracy22 April
Kenyans are preparing to amend the country’s 2010 constitution, with a referendum tentatively scheduled for June 2021. The amendments focus on ensuring shared p…
As proposed amendments to Kenya's constitution go before parliament, critics question public hearings22 March
The Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2020, which underwent public participation last week, will not be tabled today at the National Assembly and Senate f…
Kenya will conduct public hearing on proposed constitutional amendments8 March
Parliament has invited Kenyans for public participation and submission of memorandum on the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill 2020.
Two committees of the…
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