Tuesday, August 19, 2025 - Leaders allied to the broad-based political arrangements are exploring possible constitutional amendments, according to United Democratic Alliance (UDA) nominated MP, Jackson Kosgei.
Speaking during a radio interview on Tuesday, Kosgei, who
represents Persons with Disabilities and Special Interest Groups, disclosed
that ongoing discussions between UDA and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM)
could lead to major constitutional changes, particularly regarding Kenya’s
governance structure.
Asked whether Kenyans should expect constitutional
amendments following the talks, Kosgei responded:
“Absolutely yes, we are looking at such changes; we are
looking at referendums, and such.”
He noted that constitutional reforms have been part of
Kenya’s political history and would not be new.
Among the issues being considered is whether to expand the
executive beyond the pure presidential system, moving towards a parliamentary
model or introducing hybrid elements.
Kosgei further revealed that leaders are also scrutinizing
devolution laws to ensure equitable budget allocations to counties.
“We want to make sure every county gets sufficient funding
during budget allocation.”
“These are changes which must be done, and we are looking
into them,” he said.
The remarks come after a historic joint parliamentary group
meeting between ODM and UDA on Monday, where MPs from both parties agreed to
fast-track the implementation of the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report
and a 10-point reform agenda.
Proposals for constitutional amendments have previously
surfaced, including calls by UDA allies to extend the presidential term limit.
In 2020, former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Raila Odinga’s
Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) sought similar reforms, but the courts
declared it unconstitutional.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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