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The Kuwajibika Candidate’s Application Process
The information below has been prepared for independent political aspirants vying for MCA, MP, Woman Representative and Senator in Kenya’s 2022 general elections who wish to be endorsed as a Kuwajibika candidate. Please read the information carefully and confirm that you have fully understood it before proceeding with your application.
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A County Governor's roles & responsibilities.
What is the work of a governor in Kenya? The County Governments Act contains the role and functions of a county governor in Kenya. Section 30 (2) of the County Governments Act stipulates the functions of the governor.
The county governor should diligently execute the functions and exercise the authority provided for in the Constitution and legislation.
1. The Leadership Of The County Executive
This role of the County Governor in Kenya should be to appoint the county executive committee as stipulated in article 179(2) (b) of the Constitution with the approval of the County Assembly.
He or she should also chair the meetings of the county executive committee. See the article on the county executive committee to find out more about the membership of the county executive committee.
The governor should come up with the portfolio structure for the county executive committee to respond to the functions and competencies that the law assigns and transfers to each county.
By a decision notified in the county gazette, the County Governor should assign to every member of the county executive committee the responsibility to ensure the performance of any function within the county and the provision of related services to the people.
2. Representing The County
The county governor should execute the functions assigned to him or her diligently and exercise the authority that the Constitution and the law provides.
He or she should represent the county in national and international fora and events.
The governor should also represent the county in intergovernmental relations (that is, relations between the national and county governments, and also other counties). The governor is a member of the National and County Government Coordinating Summit and the Council of County Governors.
3. Making, Approving, And Implementing County Policies.
The county governor should submit the county plans and policies to the county assembly for approval.
He or she should also consider, approve and assent to bills that the county assembly passes, or refer the same bill back to the assembly.
The county governor also implements these plans and policies together with the county executive committee. Some of these plans and policies include the county budgets, bills, among others.
The county governor should submit an annual report to the county assembly on the implementation status of the county policies and plans.
The governor should deliver the annual state of the county address containing such matters county laws may specify.
Lastly, the county governor should sign the notice of all important formal decisions made by the governor or by the county executive committee, and ensure they are published in the county gazette.
4. Perform State Functions
The county governor may perform such State functions within the county as the President may from time to time assign on the basis of mutual consultations.
Responsibilities Of The County Governor In Kenya
In performing the role and functions of a county governor in Kenya, he or she should:
Provide leadership in the county’s governance and development;
Provide leadership to the county executive committee and administration based on the county policies and plans;
Promote democracy, good governance, unity and cohesion within the county;
Promote peace and order within the county;
Advance the competitiveness of the county;
Be accountable for the management and use of the county resources; and
Promote and facilitate citizen participation in the development of policies and plans, and delivery of services in the county.
Who is a Kuwajibika Candidate
A Kuwajibika candidate is one who:
(1) Demonstrates attributes of leadership and integrity,
(2) Understands and is able to articulately explain the true functions of his/her political role, and,
(3) Makes a public pledge to:
(a) Be a true REPRESENTATIVE of, and directly answerable to the people. As such, a Kuwajibika candidate, is neither in, nor answerable to any political party,
(b) Espouse the values of Kuwajibika,
(c) Conduct a clean political campaign,
(d) Keep completely scandal-free while in office, and,
(e) Be subject to performance-monitoring and discipline measures.
(2) Understands and is able to articulately explain the true functions of his/her political role, and,
(3) Makes a public pledge to:
(a) Be a true REPRESENTATIVE of, and directly answerable to the people. As such, a Kuwajibika candidate, is neither in, nor answerable to any political party,
(b) Espouse the values of Kuwajibika,
(c) Conduct a clean political campaign,
(d) Keep completely scandal-free while in office, and,
(e) Be subject to performance-monitoring and discipline measures.
Why Should You Pledge to Be a Kuwajibika Candidate?
In the 2017 General Elections, only 127 out of 4002 Independent Candidates won political seats. That means only 3.1% who ran independently were successful. We recognise that the ability to organise and brand together is crucial to influencing and effecting political change for the benefit of ALL Kenyans and so by pledging as a Kuwajibika Candidate you gain:
1. An Ethical United Front. With the power of numbers that Kuwajibika offers independent candidates, you’ll be able to present a firm and united front against greed, corruption and the plundering of our nation by the corrupt political class.
2. Credibility. The Kenyan Electorate are tired of being lied to every election. The pledge is a stamp of credibility that assures the voter that you will restore power back to the people of Kenya while in office.
3. Clarity. Under Kuwajibika, you will clearly understand and articulate your role as the people’s representative. This will allow you to spend your time and government resources on what you can actually deliver to your constituents.
4. Public Performance Monitoring. This will facilitate accountability and help you remain to be seen as transparent, and reputable. You will have a clear and clean track record to present in your run for the next election.
1. An Ethical United Front. With the power of numbers that Kuwajibika offers independent candidates, you’ll be able to present a firm and united front against greed, corruption and the plundering of our nation by the corrupt political class.
2. Credibility. The Kenyan Electorate are tired of being lied to every election. The pledge is a stamp of credibility that assures the voter that you will restore power back to the people of Kenya while in office.
3. Clarity. Under Kuwajibika, you will clearly understand and articulate your role as the people’s representative. This will allow you to spend your time and government resources on what you can actually deliver to your constituents.
4. Public Performance Monitoring. This will facilitate accountability and help you remain to be seen as transparent, and reputable. You will have a clear and clean track record to present in your run for the next election.
The Kuwajibika Candidate’s Application Process
The information below has been prepared for independent political aspirants vying for MCA, MP, Woman Representative and Senator in Kenya’s 2022 general elections who wish to be endorsed as a Kuwajibika candidate. Please read the information carefully and confirm that you have fully understood it before proceeding with your application.
Non-negotiable Terms
1. You must be a Kenyan citizen and a registered voter.
2. As an independent candidate, you must NOT be a member of, allied to or supported by any political party.
3. You must NOT have been involved in, accused of, currently charged or under investigation for corruption, fraud or any criminal activity.
4. Once your registration as a Kuwajibika candidate is successful, you MUST be prepared to publicly sign the Kuwajibika candidate’s commitment and pledge (click on the following links to view the various elective positions’ pledges: Senator, MP, MCA, Woman Rep)
2. As an independent candidate, you must NOT be a member of, allied to or supported by any political party.
3. You must NOT have been involved in, accused of, currently charged or under investigation for corruption, fraud or any criminal activity.
4. Once your registration as a Kuwajibika candidate is successful, you MUST be prepared to publicly sign the Kuwajibika candidate’s commitment and pledge (click on the following links to view the various elective positions’ pledges: Senator, MP, MCA, Woman Rep)
The Application and Approval Processes
1. Once you have read and confirmed the information herein, create an account at www.tugutuke.co.ke (this will give you access to the Tugutuke! Assembly).
2. Go to www.tugutuke.co.ke/candidate/apply or click on the “Apply” button at the bottom of this page.
3. Fill in the application form as indicated on the webpage (all information is mandatory).
4. After you have successfully filled the form, and in order to proceed to the Kuwajibika candidate vetting stage, you will be requested to make a minimum application donation by Mpesa as set down in the next page (this a nonrefundable donation which will contribute towards the administrative costs associated with the aspirants’ application processes).
For aspirants aged under 35 years on the date of application
MCA: KES 500.00
Woman Rep: KES 1,000.00
MP: KES 1,000.00
Senator: KES 1,500.00
For aspirants aged over 35 years on the date of application
MCA: KES 1,000.00
Woman Rep: KES 2,000.00
MP: KES 2,000.00
Senator: KES 3,000.00
6. Once you have passed the Kuwajibika candidate vetting process, and in order to be fully-endorsed as a Kuwajibika candidate, you will be requested to make a minimum registration donation by Mpesa as set down below (this a nonrefundable donation which will contribute towards the costs associated with supporting the successful Kuwajibika candidate’s campaign efforts):
For aspirants aged under 35 years on the date of registration
MCA: KES 2,000.00
Woman Rep: KES 5,000.00
MP: KES 5,000.00
Senator: KES 7,500.00
For aspirants aged over 35 years on the date of registration
MCA: KES 6,000.00
Woman Rep: KES 15,000.00
MP: KES 15,000.00
Senator: KES 22,500.00
2. Go to www.tugutuke.co.ke/candidate/apply or click on the “Apply” button at the bottom of this page.
3. Fill in the application form as indicated on the webpage (all information is mandatory).
4. After you have successfully filled the form, and in order to proceed to the Kuwajibika candidate vetting stage, you will be requested to make a minimum application donation by Mpesa as set down in the next page (this a nonrefundable donation which will contribute towards the administrative costs associated with the aspirants’ application processes).
For aspirants aged under 35 years on the date of application
MCA: KES 500.00
Woman Rep: KES 1,000.00
MP: KES 1,000.00
Senator: KES 1,500.00
For aspirants aged over 35 years on the date of application
MCA: KES 1,000.00
Woman Rep: KES 2,000.00
MP: KES 2,000.00
Senator: KES 3,000.00
6. Once you have passed the Kuwajibika candidate vetting process, and in order to be fully-endorsed as a Kuwajibika candidate, you will be requested to make a minimum registration donation by Mpesa as set down below (this a nonrefundable donation which will contribute towards the costs associated with supporting the successful Kuwajibika candidate’s campaign efforts):
For aspirants aged under 35 years on the date of registration
MCA: KES 2,000.00
Woman Rep: KES 5,000.00
MP: KES 5,000.00
Senator: KES 7,500.00
For aspirants aged over 35 years on the date of registration
MCA: KES 6,000.00
Woman Rep: KES 15,000.00
MP: KES 15,000.00
Senator: KES 22,500.00
The Kuwajibika Candidate Vetting Process
All applications will go through a dynamic two-stage vetting process;
(1) The Tugutuke! administration will perform due diligence vetting of applicants and rigorous background checks to establish the applicants’ character, reputation and experience by reviewing data such as financial records, civil records, education history and criminal records.
(2) The applicants will then go through a public vetting process where active citizens will, through the Tugutuke! Assembly, have an opportunity to call to attention any discrepancies in the applicants’ statements, and vet the various candidates’ attributes including but not limited to, ambition, humility, respect, integrity and emotional intelligence.
If you have successfully passed the vetting stages, you will be required to publicly take and sign the Kuwajibika Candidate’s Pledge which will hold you accountable to your voters – and Kenyans at large – both during the campaign period and your term/s in public office. Only then will you be fully- endorsed as a Kuwajibika candidate.
(2) The applicants will then go through a public vetting process where active citizens will, through the Tugutuke! Assembly, have an opportunity to call to attention any discrepancies in the applicants’ statements, and vet the various candidates’ attributes including but not limited to, ambition, humility, respect, integrity and emotional intelligence.
If you have successfully passed the vetting stages, you will be required to publicly take and sign the Kuwajibika Candidate’s Pledge which will hold you accountable to your voters – and Kenyans at large – both during the campaign period and your term/s in public office. Only then will you be fully- endorsed as a Kuwajibika candidate.