Article 117. Powers, privileges and immunities
Official Constitutional Text
117. (1) There shall be freedom of speech and debate in Parliament.
(2) Parliament may, for the purpose of the orderly and effective discharge of the business of Parliament, provide for the powers, privileges and immunities of Parliament, its committees, the leader of the majority party, the leader of the minority party, the chairpersons of committees and members.
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 117 of the Kenyan Constitution establishes the legal doctrine of parliamentary privilege, guaranteeing absolute freedom of speech and debate for members within parliamentary proceedings. It authorizes Parliament to enact legislation defining the specific powers, privileges, and immunities for its members and committees to ensure orderly operations. For more information, please consult the official Constitution of Kenya.