President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga signed a political pact centered on a 10-point agenda aimed at fostering national unity and addressing governance challenges.
The agreement seeks to implement the recommendations of the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report, including the creation of the Office of the Official Opposition Leader and the reinstatement of the Prime Minister’s position.
The report advocates for inclusivity, good governance, and the protection of devolution, among other reforms.
The pact emphasizes the need to promote inclusivity, a principle enshrined in Article 27 of the Constitution, which guarantees equality and freedom from discrimination. Despite its inclusion in the 2010 Constitution, inclusivity has been inconsistently applied, leaving marginalized groups underserved.
It also highlights financial challenges faced by county governments, which have long accused the national government of stifling their autonomy.
Article 17 of the Constitution outlines the objectives of devolution, including equitable resource allocation and service delivery. However, devolved units have struggled with inadequate funding, hindering their effectiveness.
The right to assemble, demonstrate, and petition, as guaranteed under Article 37, has often been curtailed by security agencies. The agreement seeks to safeguard this right, which has been a contentious issue, particularly during protests against government policies.
They will do so by promoting transparency in public finance management, as outlined in Chapter 12 of the Constitution.
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