The implementation of a new constitution, for example, will require reform of a myriad of key state institutions, among them the Office of the Attorney General and Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, the National Assembly, the Executive, especially the President. The political elite have vested interests in the reform process and despite exhortations to the contrary, it must be anticipated that they will try and capture the constitutional process, in order to achieve an outcome that is most favourable to their interests. This may compromise the protection of the rights of the citizenry.

ICJ Kenya, through ‘Enhancing the Effectiveness and Oversight of Parliament Project’ seeks to support the reform process by ensuring the widest possible availability of information on crucial reform issues so as to stimulate an independent public discussion and informed choices.