ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Anti-Doping Act
4. Purpose of the Act
Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force
4. Purpose of the Act
The purpose of this Act is to give effect to the World Anti-Doping Code and the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization Convention Against Doping in Sport in order to—(a)protect the fundamental right of athletes to participate in sports activities that are free from doping;(b)put in place co-ordinated and effective mechanisms to detect, deter and prevent the use of prohibited substances or prohibited methods in competitive and recreational sport with the aim of ensuring fairness and equity in sporting activities and promoting the health of athletes globally; and(c)safeguard the physical health and mental integrity of athletes.