Senate Breaks Silence on Alleged Bill to Extend Ruto's Term

Kenyans on social media have been expressing their anger over the supposed proposals...
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Kenya's Parliament has refuted online claims about a bill extending the presidential term from five to seven years. The Senate clarified that the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025, does not propose changes to term limits for any elected leaders, debunking widespread misinformation online that sparked calls for protests.
- The Senate stated the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025, specifically aims to strengthen devolution and enhance the Senate's role in governance, including expanding its financial oversight powers.
- Key proposals in the bill include creating a constitutionally protected County Assembly Fund to ensure financial independence for county legislatures and enhancing bicameralism.
- The Senate urged Kenyans to verify information to prevent anxiety, emphasizing that the bill does not alter term limits or create new executive positions like a Prime Minister.
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