Presidential Proclamation No. 1 Of 2026 Development of A Framework for Compensation and Reparations for Victims of Violations of Human Rights, Including from Demonstrations and Public Protests

Presidential Proclamation No. 1 of 2026 directs the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights to develop a framework for compensating victims of human rights violations arising from demonstrations and public protests. The commission must submit and publish the framework within 60 days following a High Court directive. A Panel of Experts within the Office of the President will support implementation once the framework is completed.

The Constitution of Kenya Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Human Rights Violations, Including from Demonstrations and Public Protests

Establishment of a Panel of Experts chaired by Prof. Makau Mutua to support the implementation of the framework for compensation and reparations for victims of human rights violations arising from demonstrations and public protests, once developed by the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights. The Panel will operate as an internal administrative mechanism for a period of ninety (90) days.

The Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act (Cap. 65), Appointment

Appointment by the Chief Justice of a judicial officer to preside over cases relating to corruption and economic crimes within the jurisdiction of their current and future court stations, with effect from the date of gazettement.

The Co-Operative Societies Act (Cap. 490), Re-Appointment

Re-appointment of Paul Aol, Beatrice Sawe, Michael Chesikaw and Fridah Lotuiya as Members of the Co-operative Tribunal for a period of three (3) years, with effect from 23rd February 2026.

The Public Private Partnerships Act (Cap. 430), Re-Appointment

Re-appointment of Eunice Daristu Fedha as a Member of the Public Private Partnerships Petition Committee for a period of three (3) years, with effect from 23rd February 2026.

The Public Private Partnerships Act (Cap. 430), Appointment

Appointment of Nicodemus Musyoka Mbwika as a Member of the Public Private Partnerships Petition Committee for a period of three (3) years, with effect from 23rd February 2026.

The Small Claims Court Act (Cap. 10a), Establishment

Establishment of Small Claims Courts at Maua, Mumias, Molo, Kapsabet, Ngong, Kenol, Kiambu, Mavoko, Makueni, Kilifi, Kikuyu, Vihiga, Homabay, Bungoma and Nyamira Law Courts to exercise jurisdiction in their respective counties, with effect from 2nd March 2026.

The Appellate Jurisdiction Act (Cap. 9) The Court of Appeal (Organization and Administration) Act

Establishment of the Embu Court of Appeal Sub-Registry at Embu Law Courts with effect from 1^st April 2026.

The Appellate Jurisdiction Act (Cap. 9) The Court of Appeal (Organization and Administration) Act (Cap. 9a), Establishment of Meru Court of Appeal

Establishment of the Meru Court of Appeal at Nkubu Law Courts with effect from 1st April 2026.

The National Cohesion and Integration Act (Cap. 7n), Extension of Time

Extension of the period by twenty-one (21) days for the Selection Panel tasked with identifying nominees for appointment as Chairperson and Members of the National Cohesion and Integration Commission, appointed vide Gazette Notice No. 1002 of 2026.

The Mining Act (Cap. 306), Application for Mining Licence

Receipt of an application for a mining licence from Halal Mining Company Limited for the extraction of lead, zinc and barytes in Kilifi County, covering an area of 25.5855 km², with the application open for public comments for forty-two (42) days.

The Mining Act (Cap. 306), Application for Prospecting Licence

Receipt of an application for a prospecting licence from Royal DFC Limited for base and rare metals in Kitui County, covering an area of 53.917 km², with the application open for public comments for twenty-one (21) days.

The Oaths and Statutory Declarations Act (Cap. 15), Appointment of Commissioner for Oaths

Notification of the appointment of one hundred and five (105) Advocates of the High Court of Kenya as Commissioners for Oaths, to serve for as long as they continue to practise as advocates and the commission remains unrevoked.

Public Service Commission Proficiency Examination for Clerical Officers’ September 2025

Notification that six hundred and sixty-four (664) candidates passed the Proficiency Examination for Clerical Officers held from 22nd to 25th September 2025, with their elective subjects indicated against their names.

The Unclaimed Financial Assets Act (No. 40 Of 2011), The Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority, No Objection

Notification that the Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority has received claims for unclaimed assets from administrators of estates and agents of original owners, with payment to be made if no objections are lodged within thirty (30) days of publication.

The Civil Aviation Act (Cap. 394) The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority Decisions of The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority on Applications for Air Service Licences

Notification that the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority has made decisions on applications for air service licences previously published in Kenya Gazette Notice No. 18314 of 11th December 2025.

The Political Parties Act (Cap. 7d), Change of Political Party Particulars

The National Vision Party (NVP) intends to change its party particulars, including its constitution, physical location of the head office and party officials.

The Political Parties Act, (Cap. 7d), Provisional Registration of Political Parties

Notification that Shikana Frontliners for Unity Party (SFUP) and National Integration Party (NIP) have applied for provisional registration as political parties, with members of the public invited to submit written representations within seven (7) days.

The Political Parties Act, (Cap. 7d), Provisional Registration of Political Parties

Notification that Neema Congress Party (NCP), People Salvation Party of Kenya (PSP-K) and Chama cha Undugu na Demokrasia (CUD) have applied for provisional registration as political parties, with members of the public invited to submit written representations within seven (7) days.

The Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act (No. 3 Of 2003), The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission Act (No. 22 Of 2011), The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission the Fourth Quarterly Report Covering the Period 1st October 2025 to 31st December 2025

Publication of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission’s Fourth Quarterly Report covering the period 1st October to 31st December 2025, detailing investigations, cases forwarded to the Director of Public Prosecutions and related statistical summaries.

The Kenya Information and Communications Act (Cap. 411a), Telecommunications Market Structure

Notification that the Communications Authority of Kenya has revised the telecommunications unified licensing market structure following public consultation, with the new structure taking effect thirty (30) days from the date of the notice.

The Companies Act (Cap. 486), Intended Dissolution

Notification that the Registrar of Companies intends to strike off specified companies from the Register of Companies after three (3) months from the date of publication unless cause is shown to the contrary.

The Companies Act (Cap. 486), Dissolution

Notification that specified companies have been dissolved and their names struck off the Register of Companies with effect from the date of publication.

The Insolvency Act, 2015 Bain & Company East Africa Services Limited (The Company) (In Members’ Voluntary Liquidation) Company No: Pvt-Kaum9kd Insolvency Notice Under Section 417 (1) (A) Appointment of Liquidator

Notification that Sonal Tejpar of Adili Associates LLP has been appointed as Liquidator of Bain & Company East Africa Services Limited following a shareholders’ resolution dated 25th February 2026, with creditors invited to submit claims by 27th March 2026.

The Labour Relations Act (Cap. 233), Amendment of Constitution

Notification that the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) has submitted proposed amendments to its constitution, with members invited to submit written objections within twenty-one (21) days.

The Labour Relations Act (Cap. 233), Amendment of Constitution

Notification that the Communication Workers Union of Kenya (COWU) has submitted proposed amendments to its constitution, with members invited to submit written objections within twenty-one (21) days.

The Co-Operative Societies Act (Cap. 490) And in The Matter of Cancellation of Registration Order for Moi University Savings and Credit Co-Operative Society (Cs No. 4319) and in the Matter of Revocation of Cancellation of Registration Order of Moi University Savings and Credit Co-Operative Society (Muscco) (Cs No.4319) Revocation

Revocation of the cancellation order issued on 30th June 2018 and reinstatement of Moi University Savings and Credit Co-operative Society (MUSCCO) (CS No. 4319) to full registration.

The Records Disposal (Court) Rules (Cap 14, Sub. Leg) In the Chief Magistrate’s Court at Bungoma Intended Destruction of Court Records

Notification that the Chief Magistrate’s Court at Bungoma intends to apply for leave to destroy specified court records covering various case categories after three (3) months from the date of publication, unless claims for exhibits are made within that period.

Davis & Shirtliff Limited Disposal of Uncollected Goods

Notice requiring customers to collect water pumps, generators, engines and other equipment left for repair at Davis & Shirtliff on or before 30th November 2025 within twenty-one (21) days, failing which the goods will be disposed of to recover repair and storage costs.

Makys Auctioneers Disposal of Uncollected Goods

Notice requiring owners of motorcycles, bicycles and other goods held at Gatunga Police Yard to collect them within seven (7) days, failing which Makys Auctioneers will dispose of the items by public auction on behalf of Igoji Police Station.

Makys Auctioneers Disposal of Uncollected Goods

Notice requiring owners of motorcycles, bicycles and other goods held at Tunyai Police Yard to collect them within seven (7) days, failing which Makys Auctioneers will dispose of the items by public auction on behalf of Igoji Police Station.

Makys Auctioneers Disposal of Uncollected Goods

Notice requiring owners of motorcycles and other goods held at Makutano Police Yard to collect them within seven (7) days, failing which Makys Auctioneers will dispose of the items by public auction on behalf of Makutano Police Station.

Unrivalled Auto Garage Limited Disposal of Uncollected Goods

Notice requiring owners of specified motor vehicles held at Unrivalled Auto Garage to collect them and settle outstanding repair and storage charges within thirty (30) days, failing which the vehicles will be disposed of by public auction, tender or private treaty.