Rights and fundamental freedoms set out in Chapter Four (Bill of Rights) of the Constitution of Kenya (2010). I’ve grouped them by type. This is not a verbatim legal list, but covers all the main rights and freedoms. If you want, I can send you a printable summary.


Un-limitably Guaranteed Rights

These rights cannot be limited under any circumstances.

  • Freedom from torture, cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment
  • Freedom from slavery or servitude
  • The right to a fair trial
  • The right to an order of habeas corpus

Other Rights & Freedoms (These may be limited, under conditions)

ArticleRight / Freedom
Article 26Right to life
Article 27Equality and freedom from discrimination
Article 28Human dignity
Article 29Freedom and security of the person
Article 30Slavery, servitude and forced labour
Article 31Privacy
Article 32Freedom of conscience, religion, belief and opinion
Article 33Freedom of expression
Article 34Freedom of the media
Article 35Access to information
Article 36Freedom of association
Article 37Assembly, demonstration, picketing and petition
Article 38Political rights (e.g. voting, being elected)
Article 39Freedom of movement and residence
Article 40Protection of the right to property
Article 41Labour relations rights
Article 42Environmental rights
Article 43Economic and social rights
Article 44Language and culture
Article 45Family rights
Article 46Consumer rights
Article 47Fair administrative action
Article 48Access to justice
Article 49Rights of arrested persons
Article 50Right to a fair hearing
Article 51Rights of persons detained, held in custody or imprisoned

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