Authority of the President

Official text

(1) The President—
  (a) is the Head of State and Government;
  (b) exercises the executive authority of the Republic, with the assistance of the Deputy President and Cabinet Secretaries;
  (c) is the Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces;
  (d) is the chairperson of the National Security Council; and
  (e) is a symbol of national unity.
(2) The President shall—
  (a) respect, uphold and safeguard this Constitution;
  (b) safeguard the sovereignty of the Republic;
  (c) promote and enhance the unity of the nation;
  (d) promote respect for the diversity of the people and communities of Kenya; and
  (e) ensure the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms and the rule of law.
(3) The President shall not hold any other State or public office.