Article 92. Legislation on political parties
Official Constitutional Text
92. Parliament shall enact legislation to provide for—
(a) the reasonable and equitable allocation of airtime, by State-owned and other specified categories of broadcasting media, to political parties either generally or during election campaigns;
(b) the regulation of freedom to broadcast in order to ensure fair election campaigning;
(c) the regulation of political parties;
(d) the roles and functions of political parties;
(e) the registration and supervision of political parties;
(f) the establishment and management of a political parties fund;
(g) the accounts and audit of political parties;
(h) restrictions on the use of public resources to promote the interests of political parties; and
(i) any other matters necessary for the management of political parties.
Plain English Explanation
This is a simplified summary to explain this article in clear language. It is not the legal text of the Constitution.
Article 92 of the Kenyan Constitution orders Parliament to pass specific laws to regulate political parties and ensure fair media access during elections. It requires legislation that guarantees a fair and balanced distribution of broadcasting airtime to political parties, particularly on state-owned media during election campaigns. Lawmakers must also create rules to govern the registration, roles, supervision, and auditing of political parties. Finally, this article commands the creation of a dedicated political parties fund and places strict limits on using public resources to promote party interests.