National Security
Part 3: The National Intelligence Service
Article 242: The Establishment of the National Intelligence Service
(1) There is established the National Intelligence Service.
(2) The National Intelligence Service–
(a) is responsible for security intelligence and counter intelligence to enhance national security in accordance with this Constitution; and
(b) performs any other functions prescribed by national legislation.
Part 4: The National Police Service
Article 243: Establishment of the National Police Service
1) There is established the National Police Service.
(2) The National Police Service consists of–
(a) the Kenya Police Service; and
(b) the Administration Police Service.
(3) The National Police Service is a national service and shall function throughout Kenya.
(4) Parliament shall enact legislation to give full effect to this Article.
Article 244: Objectives and functions of the National Police Service
The National Police Service shall–
(a) strive for the highest standards of professionalism and discipline among its members;
(b) prevent corruption and promote and practice transparency and accountability;
(c) comply with constitutional standards of human rights and fundamental freedoms;
(d) train staff to the highest possible standards of competence and integrity and to respect human rights and fundamental freedoms and dignity; and
(e) foster and promote relationships with the broader society.
