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