President William Ruto has formally designated 27 August as “Katiba Day”, an annual observance to commemorate the promulgation of Kenya’s Constitution of 2010.
What Katiba Day Means
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National reflection, not a holiday – The president clarified the day will remain a working day so normal activities continue. But schools, government agencies, counties, and diplomatic missions abroad are directed to host civic events that boost constitutional awareness and public dialogue on governance and the rule of law.
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Annual reminder – Ruto emphasized the day serves as a yearly prompt for citizens to “obey, preserve, protect, and implement the Constitution.”
Legal Background and Key Dates
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Promulgation anniversary – The Constitution was officially promulgated on 27 August 2010 by then‑President Mwai Kibaki after being approved in a referendum earlier that month.
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First observance: The inaugural Katiba Day will be Wednesday, 27 August 2025, marking the 15‑year milestone.
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