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Article 73 of the Constitution of Kenya

Article
73
Index row title
(1) Authority assigned to a State officer—
Source document
The Kenya Constitution
Provision ID
19f027d0-0892-470f-9c9a-eb3940472ec3

180 words

Verbatim text

(a) is a public trust to be exercised in a manner that— (i) is consistent with the purposes and objects of this Constitution; (ii) demonstrates respect for the people; (iii) brings honour to the nation and dignity to the office; and (iv) promotes public confidence in the integrity of the office; and (b) vests in the State officer the responsibility to serve the people, rather than the power to rule them. (2) The guiding principles of leadership and integrity include— (a) selection on the basis of personal integrity, competence and suitability, or election in free and fair elections; (b) objectivity and impartiality in decision making, and in ensuring that decisions are not influenced by nepotism, favouritism, other improper motives or corrupt practices; (c) selfless service based solely on the public interest, demonstrated by— (i) honesty in the execution of public duties; and (ii) the declaration of any personal interest that may conflict with public duties; (d) accountability to the public for decisions and actions; and (e) discipline and commitment in service to the people.47 Oath of office of State officers.

What this means

  • The index files this text under article 73 of the Constitution of Kenya.
  • The passage runs to about 180 words.
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