Intergovernmental Relations Act

3. Objects and purposes of the Act

Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force

3. Objects and purposes of the Act

The objects and purposes of this Act are to—

(a)provide a framework for consultation and co-operation between the national and county governments;

(b)provide a framework for consultation and co-operation amongst county governments;

(c)establish institutional structures and mechanisms for intergovernmental relations;

(d)provide a framework for the inclusive consideration of any matter that affects relations between the two levels of government and amongst county governments;

(e)give effect to Articles 187 and 200 of the Constitution, in respect of the transfer of functions and powers by one level of government to another, including the transfer of legislative powers from the national government to the county governments; and

(f)provide mechanisms for the resolution of intergovernmental disputes where they arise.

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Source: Kenya Law