Kenya Devolution Civil Society Organisations Working Group Stories

Stop holding on to devolved functions, human rights lobbyists tell President Ruto
Barack Oduor  |  Dec 03, 2024

The lobbyists expressed doubt on President Ruto's commitment to ensuring that devolution succeeds.

How disquiet over villages cluster project ignited deadly Tana River clashes
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 26, 2024

As relative calm returns to Tana River County, the future of the cluster project remains in limbo.

Civil society rejects County Allocation of Revenue Bill, warns of financial crisis if passed
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 01, 2024

The organisations warned that the proposed cuts would exacerbate the financial struggles of counties, which are yet to receive any disbursements for t...

Civil society groups deny allegations of fanning violence during protests
Mary Wambui  |  Jul 20, 2024

The organisations said the decision by President William Ruto to re-appoint six of his previously sacked cabinet ministers is an affront to the ongoin...

Explainer: What new Public Benefit Organisations Act set to take effect Tuesday entails
Hanifa Adan  |  May 13, 2024

The new law promises a significant overhaul, providing a comprehensive and transparent framework for the registration and regulation of civil society...

Senegal candidates decry delay in setting new poll date
Agency  |  Feb 22, 2024

The announcement came as the civil society collective Aar Sunu Election (Protect Our Election) said it had organised a new rally for Saturday.

Senegal civil society calls for mass action over delayed election
Agency  |  Feb 08, 2024

A newly formed collective –- comprising some 40 civil, religious, and professional groups –- outlined a series of upcoming actions including a protest...

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