Meteorology Act

8. Powers of the Authority

Edition: 2026-03-27 · In force

8. Powers of the Authority

(1)The Authority shall have all powers necessary for the proper performance of its functions under this Act.

(2)Despite the generality of subsection (1), the Authority shall have power to—

(a)subject to the approval of the Cabinet Secretary, determine and impose fees for any private good services provided by the Authority;

(b)regulate and set standards for the provision of meteorological services;

(c)create, develop, own, protect and exploit inventions and innovations resulting from research activities undertaken by or on behalf of the Authority; and

(d)receive any gift, grant, donation or endowment made to it and to make legitimate disbursements in accordance with the provisions of this Act and any other written law.

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Source: Kenya Law