Digital Rights Alliance Africa
January 16, 2024
ICNL and partner CIPESA created a space where civil society, lawyers and tech experts can come together to exchange ideas and tackle emerging legal challenges.
FATF Toolkit for Kenyan Non-Profit Organizations
December 16, 2021
This toolkit is designed to provide information on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) for non-profit organizations (NPOs) in Kenya.
Opening Civic Space Through the Open Government Partnership in Kenya
October 12, 2021
This ICNL toolkit designed to provide information on the Open Government Partnership (OGP) for civil society organizations (CSOs) in Kenya. The toolkit answers the question “what is OGP and how can CSOs use OGP to build an enabling environment for civil society?”
Forum on the Fundamental Freedoms of Kenyan Civil Society Online
April 21, 2021
ICNL, in collaboration with the Civil Society Reference Group (CSRG) and Article 19 Eastern Africa, hosted a digital forum on the protection and promotion of fundamental freedoms of Kenyan civil society online.
Kenya Data Protection Act No. 24
April 14, 2021
THE DATA PROTECTION ACT No. 24 of 2019 Date of Assent: 8th November, 2019 Date of Commencement: 25th November, 2019 ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS Sections PART […]
Kenya Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act No. 5
April 14, 2021
THE COMPUTER MISUSE AND CYBERCRIMES ACT, 2018 ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS PART I—PRELIMINARY Section 1— Short title. 2—Interpretation. 3—Objects of the Act. PART II—THE NATIONAL COMPUTER […]
Kenya’s COVID-19 Measures Impact on Civic Space
July 13, 2020
The Kenyan government has introduced or relied upon several measures to address the coronavirus pandemic. This overview outlines these measures, and where relevant, cites instances where a measure has restricted or may restrict civic space.
Positive Government Responses to COVID-19
May 27, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic does not have to be a crisis for human rights. In the context of widespread adoption of emergency laws and other extraordinary measures to respond to the pandemic, many governments have demonstrated that it is possible to safeguard rights while effectively countering the virus. This briefer shares positive practices that governments should follow in responding to COVID-19, along with selected examples of these practices.
African Government Responses to COVID-19
April 6, 2020
This page provides information on African government responses to the coronavirus, using information from the COVID-19 Civic Freedom Tracker.
Key Recommendations on Digital Technology and Civic Space in East Africa
March 1, 2019
On February 21-22, 2019, ICNL, along with our partners the Civil Society Reference Group and CIPESA, convened a consultative meeting in Nairobi, Kenya with the UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights to Freedom of Peaceful Assembly and of Association, Clément Voule, to discuss digital space and the protections of Freedoms of Association and Peaceful Assembly in Africa.
Civic Space and the HIV Response in East Africa
December 5, 2018
In a February 2018 report from ICNL, we explored the impact of closing civic space on the HIV response in East Africa.
Reinforcing Marginalization
February 28, 2018
Civil society advocates have helped propel the global response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
ICNL Releases Study on the Impact of Closing Civic Space on HIV Response
February 28, 2018
ICNL has just published a study that focuses on the ways in which the closing of space for civil society—especially restrictions on the registration, financing, and operations of civil society organizations (CSOs)—is affecting HIV response in the East African countries of Ethiopia, Uganda, and Kenya.
Workshop Report: Closing Space for Civil Society and Media in East Africa
February 23, 2018
The East Africa region is vibrant with civic activity driven by diverse civil society formations. However, the region has not been spared from the closing civic space phenomenon that increasingly restricts people’s rights to freedom of peaceful assembly, of association and of expression in many countries across the globe.
Globalization Without a Safety Net
January 16, 2018
In this article in the Minnesota Law Review, Lloyd H. Mayer explores restrictions on cross-border funding of nonprofits and the possibility of using international investment treaties to protect such funding.
ICNL and Chapter Four Uganda Host Strategic Workshop
July 11, 2017
More than 40 civil society representatives from Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya gathered for a two-day strategic workshop on “Protecting Civic Space in East Africa.”
Income Tax Act
March 21, 2017
REV. 2014 Income Tax Act CAP.470 1 ISO 9001:2008 CERTIFIED Notes: (1) This edition- (a) includes the amendments contained in the Finance Act, 2014 of […]
The East African Community Customs Management Act
March 21, 2017
THE EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY The East African Community Customs Management Act, 2004 This Edition of the East African Community Customs Management Act, 2004 incorporates all […]
Value Added Tax Act
March 21, 2017
Kenya_VAT2012.pdfLAWS OF KENYA Published by the National Council for Law Reporting [Rev. 2012] CAP. 476 3 [Issue 1] 1. Short title. 2. Interpretation. 3. Functions […]
Nairobi Outcome Document
December 1, 2016
This document is the outcome of the 2016 High-Level Meeting of the Global Partnership for Effective Development Co-operation (GPEDC) in Nairobi.
ICNL launches rebranded ‘Civic Freedom Monitor’ as successor to NGO Law Monitor
September 28, 2016
PUBLISHED: SEPTEMBER 26, 2016 The International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL) is pleased to announce today the launch of its “Civic Freedom Monitor,” a rebranded […]
The Role of Human Rights in Countering Violent Extremism
September 6, 2015
This 2015 report by Human Rights First illustrates the vital importance for the United States to encourage its allies to implement security policies rooted in the reality that good governance, the rule of law, and respect for human rights are essential tools in countering violent extremism.
Kenya Task Force Welcomes ICNL’s Submission at Expert Forum
April 14, 2015
PUBLISHED: APRIL 14, 2015 In Kenya, thousands of civil society organizations are opposing extremist ideologies, protecting LGBT rights, and delivering a plethora of other critical […]
New Bill Threatens to Restrict Kenyan Public Benefit Organization Funding
November 5, 2013
PUBLISHED: NOVEMBER 5, 2013 “The ability of CSOs [civil society organizations] to access funding … from domestic, foreign and international sources is an integral part […]
Take Back the Streets
October 1, 2013
This 2013 report by the International Network of Civil Liberties Organizations (INCLO) report examines protest case studies from the United States, Israel, Canada, Argentina, Egypt, Hungary, Kenya, South Africa and the United Kingdom, reflecting on several specific topics.
Education Act
July 30, 2013
Kenya_educact.pdfLAWS OF KENYA Published by the National Council for Law Reporting [Rev. 2012] CAP. 211 3 [Issue 1] 1. Short title. 2. Interpretation. 3. Minister […]
The Employment Act
July 30, 2013
Employment Act, Cap 226 www.kenyalaw.org (Repealed by Employment Act (No 1 of 2007) LAWS OF KENYA THE EMPLOYMENT ACT Cap. 226 Published by the National […]
Finance Act, No. 4
July 26, 2013
SPECIAL ISSUE Kenya Gazette Supplement No. 35 (Acts No. 4) REPUBLIC OF KENYA KENYA GAZETTE SUPPLEMENT ACTS, 2012 NAIROBI, 2nd May, 2012 CONTENT Act— PAGE […]
Supervisory Jurisdiction and Protection of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms of The Individual High Court Practice and Procedure Rules
April 6, 2013
IN EXERCISE of the powers conferred by section 65(3) and section 84(6) of the Constitution of Kenya, the Chief Justice makes the following Rules:- THE […]
The Public Benefit Organizations Act
March 14, 2013
AN ACT of Parliament to provide for the establishment and operation of public benefit organisations; to provide for their registration; to establish an administrative and […]
My Brother’s Keeper: Challenges in Gifting in the Kenyan Context
March 1, 2013
The International Journal of Not-for-Profit Law Volume 15, Issue 1, March 2013 By Henry Otieno Ochido[1] NGOs in Kenya are largely unsustainable and dependent on […]
Chiefs Act
January 7, 2013
Kenya_chief.pdfLAWS OF KENYA Published by the National Council for Law Reporting [Rev. 2012] CAP. 3 [Issue 1] 1. Short title. 2. Interpretation. 6. Duty of […]
Official Secrets Act
January 7, 2013
LAWS OF KENYA T he O fficial S ecreTS a cT Chapter 187 Revised Edition 2009 (1970) Published by the National Council for Law Reporting […]
National Police Service Act
January 7, 2013
Kenya_natpol.pdfLAWS OF KENYA Published by the National Council for Law Reporting [Rev. 2012] No. 11A of 2011 3 [Issue 1] 1. Short title. 2. Interpretation. […]
Defence Forces Act
January 7, 2013
Kenya_KenyaDefence.pdfLAWS OF KENYA Published by the National Council for Law Reporting [Rev. 2012] No. 25 of 2012 3 [Issue 1] 1. Short title. 2. Interpretation. […]
Country Governments Act
January 7, 2013
Kenya_County.pdfLAWS OF KENYA Published by the National Council for Law Reporting [Rev. 2012] No. 17 of 2012 3 [Issue 1] 1. Short title and commencement. […]
Petition to Parliament (Procedure) Act
January 7, 2013
Kenya_PetitionstoParliament.pdfLAWS OF KENYA Published by the National Council for Law Reporting [Rev. 2012] No. 22 of 2012 3 [Issue 1] 1. Short title and commencement. […]
National Intelligence Service Act
January 7, 2013
, rE:H'A 2719231 FAX 2712694 L SPECIAL ISSUE Kenya Gazette Supplement No. 143 (Acts No. 28) REPUBLIC OF KENYA . KENYA GAZETTE SUPPLEMENT ACTS, 2012 […]
Urban Areas and Cities Act
January 7, 2013
LAWS OF KENYA T HE U RBAN A REAS AND C ITIES A CT N O. 13 OF 20 11 Published by the National Council […]
The Prevention of Terrorism Act
January 7, 2013
“AN ACT of Parliament to provide measures for the detection and prevention of terrorist activities; to amend the Extradition (Commonwealth Countries) Act and the Extradition […]
Political Parties Act
January 7, 2013
LAWS OF KENYA T he P oliT ical P arT ies a c T Chapter 7 a Revised Edition 2009 (2007) Published by the National […]
Elections (Amendment) Bill
January 7, 2013
2525 THE ELECTIONS (AMENDMENT) BILL, 2012 A Bill for AN ACT of Parliament to amend the Elections Act, 2011 ENACTED by the Parliament of Kenya […]
Elections Act
January 7, 2013
The Elections Act , 2011 1 THE ELECTIONS ACT , 2011 ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS Section PART I — PRELIMINARY 1— Short title . 2— Interpretation […]
Criminal Procedure Code
January 7, 2013
Kenya_crimproc.pdfLAWS OF KENYA T HE C RIMINAL P RO C ODE C HAPTER 75 Revised Edition 2010 (2008) Published by the National Council for Law […]
Public Order Act
January 7, 2013
This Act may be cited as the Public Order Act. In this Act, except where the context otherwise requires— “excluded meeting” means— any meeting convened […]
Constitution
January 7, 2013
All sovereign power belongs to the people of Kenya and shall be exercised only in accordance with this Constitution. The people may exercise their sovereign […]
Value Added Tax Act, Revised Edition
August 7, 2012
Dom estic T ax es D ep artm en t Pre p are d f o r t h e S ta ff b y […]
The Public Benefit Organisations Bill (Draft Bill, First Reading)
August 2, 2012
The Elections Act , 2011 1 THE ELECTIONS ACT , 2011 ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS Section PART I — PRELIMINARY 1— Short title . 2— Interpretation […]
Chapter V, Constitution
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Non-Governmental Organizations Coordination Regulations
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Non-Governmental Organizations Coordination Act
December 1, 2011
This Act may be cited as the Non-Governmental Organizations Co-ordination Act, 1990, and shall come into operation on such a day as the Minister may, […]
Income Tax Act
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Non-Governmental Organizations Coordination Act – Non-Governmental Organizations Code of conduct
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Draft Report of Regulatory Regimes Governing Non-Governmental Organizations
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Rules and Regulations of the Non-Governmental Organizations Council
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Second and Third Schedules of the Customs and Excise Act
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Societies Act
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Stamp Duty Act
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Trustee Act, Chapter 168
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Trustees Act, Chapter 167
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Trustee Act, Chapter 164
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Value Added Tax Act
December 1, 2011
This document has been provided by the International Center for Not-for-Profit Law (ICNL). ICNL is the leading source for information on th e legal environment […]
Friend not Foe: Opening Spaces for Civil Society Engagement to Prevent Violent Extremism
May 1, 2011
In the name of fighting terrorism, governments have curtailed political freedoms and imposed restrictive measures against human rights defenders and civil society activists in many countries.
ICNL releases Kenyan fellows’ papers
September 24, 2009
PUBLISHED: SEPTEMBER 24, 2009 ICNL is happy to announce the release of two informative articles in the International Journal for Not-for-Profit Law authored by two USAID-sponsored ICNL senior research […]
NGO Law in Kenya
August 1, 2009
The International Journal of Not-for-Profit Law Volume 11, Issue 4, August 2009 On a continent frequently shaken by political instability and repressive authorities, African non-governmental […]
Country Reports: Sub-Saharan Africa
March 1, 2000
The International Journal of Not-for-Profit Law Volume 2, Issue 3, March 2000 Cameroon On December 22, 1999, the President of the Republic of Cameroon signed […]
General | Brazil | Kenya | Russia
March 1, 2000
The International Journal of Not-for-Profit Law Volume 2, Issue 3, March 2000 General Comparative Study of NGO/Government Partnerships Introduction The definition of the term partnership […]
Self-Regulation Report: Kenya
September 1, 1998
The International Journal of Not-for-Profit Law Volume 1, Issue 1, September 1998 ICNL will shortly be publishing a book by Edward A. Adiin Yaansah, a […]