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The reasons for establishment of economic and social council in kenya

  the following are reasons for the establishment of the Economic and Social Council in Kenya . To advise the national government and Parliament on matters of economic and social concern to the people of the Republic. To advise the national government on the formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of strategic economic and social policies. To consider and report to Parliament on the economic and social implications of all Bills and budgetary proposals introduced in Parliament. To monitor progress in the improvement of the living standards of the people of Kenya , particularly those of the poor and the disadvantaged. RELATED POSTS COMPARISON BETWEEN FISHING IN KENYA AND JAPAN THE CONCEPT OF ENVIRONMENT, COMPONENTS OF ENVIRONMENT AND THE PROBLEM FACING ENVIRONMENT Five (5) Advantages of questionnaire as data collection tool in research 5 DISADVANTAGES OF ROAD TRANSPORT 10 FACTORS THAT AFFECT OCEAN SALINITY CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF OCEAN BREEZE AND SEA BREEZE PLATE TECTO...

Reasons why devolved governments were established in Kenya

  The following are reasons why devolved governments were established in Kenya. They were established as a means of promoting democratic and accountable exercise of power. To Foster national unity by recognizing diversity. To give powers of self-governance to the people and enhance the participation of the people in the exercise of the powers of the State and in making decisions affecting them. To recognize the right of communities to manage their own affairs and to further their development. To protect and promote the interests and rights of minorities and marginalized communities. To promote social and economic development and the provision of services throughout Kenya. To ensure equitable sharing of national and local resources throughout Kenya. To facilitate the decentralization of State organs, their functions and services, from the capital of Kenya; To enhance checks, balances and the separation of powers. RELATED POSTS COMPARISON BETWEEN FISHING IN KENYA AND JAPAN THE CONCEP...

The constitutional rights of a Kenyan citizen

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  The Bill of Rights (chapter 5 of the Kenya Constitution) spells out rights and freedoms to which a Kenyan citizen is entitled. These are: the right to life. Life should not be intentionally ended. Personal freedom (the right to liberty). One should not be unjustly confined or arrested. Freedom of conscience. One is free to think or believe as they desire and is free to belong to a faith, religion or denomination of their choice. One is also free to construct and maintain places of religious instruction at their own cost. Freedom of expression (Freedom of speech). However, one is not allowed to defame others, disclose state secrets or incite others to unlawful acts. Freedom of association and assembly. One is free to form or join groups or associations of one‟s choice as long as they are not involved in criminal activities. Freedom of movement. Every Kenyan has the right to travel and move freely within the country as long as they do not trespass onto private property and gazetted...

Role played by political parties in government and national building in Kenya

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  The following is the role played by political parties in government and national building in Kenya. The party that gunners majority of seats and votes forms the government either alone or in coalition with other parties. Political parties influence government affairs and development through participation in legislation process. Political parties through the elected members of parliament decide on national development policies and development projects. Political parties provide exemplary leadership founded on freedom , justice, fair play and African socialism. Opposition parties provide a system of scrutinizing government expenditure through public accounts committee and public investment committee. Opposition parties make the government more accountable to the people through constant criticism. Opposition parties provide checks and balances to abuse and misuse of powers and privileges by those in the government. RELATED POSTS 9 CONDITIONS FAVOURING IRRIGATION FARMING IN EGYPT 5 C...

9 FUNCTIONS AND POWERS OF A COUNTY GOVERNMENT IN KENYA

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  County governments have the duty to assist in promotion of agriculture by initiating development in specific areas like crop and animal husbandry, livestock sale yards, slaughterhouses control of plant and animal diseases and development of fisheries. It provides and supervises county health services, both public health and personal health of county members. It assists in control of environmental pollution by putting in place legislation to regulate and control air pollution, noise pollution and outdoor advertising. It promotes cultural activities, public entertainment and public amenities ion the county by putting in place structures such as libraries, museums, sporting facilities, casinos, beaches and county parks. It has a duty to promote and regulate education at the pre-primary, polytechnic, craft and childcare levels. It has a duty to develop transport facilities in the county through road construction, street lighting, developing ferries and harbours and parking areas. The...