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Originally published by Capital Newstop
November 20, 2025
3h ago
MPs endorse decentralization of birth listing centres in key amendment

The National Assembly has passed the Births and Deaths Registration (Amendment) Bill, 2024, mandating the creation of offices in all 290 constituencies. The move will improve access to certificates, reduce corruption, and benefit rural and marginalised communities...
✨ Key Highlights
The National Assembly has endorsed the Births and Deaths Registration (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which will decentralize birth and death listing centres across Kenya.
- The amendment proposes establishing registration offices in all 290 constituencies, significantly increasing from the current 143 offices.
- Sponsored by Gilgil MP Martha Wangari, the bill aims to improve access to essential civil registration services, particularly for rural and marginalized communities.
- The move is expected to cost the government an estimated Sh219 million in the first year and will combat corruption by reducing the need for citizens to travel long distances.
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