Call for Public Participation

The Kenya’s legal, policy, and institutional framework for public participation in Kenya has been structured to promote citizen involvement in governance at all levels. This framework is anchored in the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and is further elaborated through various laws, policies, and institutions that guide and implement public participation. 

Kenya’s legal, policy, and institutional framework for public participation is extensive, designed to embed citizen engagement as a core component of democratic governance. The Constitution mandates public participation as a guiding principle, supported by laws such as the County Governments Act, Public Finance Management Act, and Access to Information Act. The draft National Policy on Public Participation aims to standardize engagement practices across all sectors, while various institutions—including Parliament, county governments, and CSOs—are responsible for implementing and facilitating citizen involvement. Together, these frameworks empower Kenyan citizens to actively influence decision-making, enhance transparency, and hold leaders accountable in governance processes.