Article 102. Term of Parliament
Official Constitutional Text
102. (1) The term of each House of Parliament expires on the date of the next general election.
(2) When Kenya is at war, Parliament may, by resolution supported in each House by at least two-thirds of all the members of the House, from time to time extend the term of Parliament by not more than six months at a time.
(3) The term of Parliament shall not be extended under clause (2) for a total of more than twelve months.
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 102 of the Constitution of Kenya dictates that parliamentary terms, including those of the National Assembly and Senate, last for five years and conclude on the day of the next general election. During wartime, both houses can pass a resolution with a two-thirds majority to extend their term by up to six months, with a maximum cumulative extension limit of one year.