The government has invited Kenyans to submit their views on the proposed Religious Organizations Bill, 2024, which seeks to regulate faith-based institutions across the country and tackle religious extremism.
In a public notice released by the State Department for National Government Co-ordination on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, the ministry explained that the draft documents stem from recommendations made by the Presidential Taskforce on the Review of the Legal and Regulatory Framework Governing Religious Organizations in Kenya, established in May 2023.
“The overall objective of these instruments is to provide a framework for the regulation of religious organizations; to combat religious extremism and the abuse of the freedom of religion and connected purposes,” the notice read in part.
The Taskforce had earlier presented its report to President William Ruto on July 30, 2024, recommending the new policy and legislation.
Principal Secretary for National Government Co-ordination, Ahmed Abdisalan Ibrahim, said the government is seeking broad input from Kenyans before finalizing the proposals.
“The State Department for National Government Co-ordination hereby invites the public and all persons likely to be affected by the provisions of the documents above to submit written memoranda on them,” read part of the statement.
The deadline for submissions is October 22, 2025, with memoranda to be sent via email or delivered in hard copy to the Office of the Principal Secretary at Kenya Railways Headquarters in Nairobi. Citizens are encouraged to use the template provided on the Office of the Prime Cabinet Secretary website.
The government further stated that public forums will be announced in due course to give citizens more opportunities to share their views.
The proposed law comes against the backdrop of growing concerns over extremist teachings, financial accountability, and misuse of religious platforms. Officials say stronger regulation is vital to safeguard the freedom of worship while ensuring accountability and public safety.
“The government intends to combat religious extremism and safeguard the freedom of religion while ensuring accountability and transparency within Kenya’s diverse religious landscape,” the notice concluded.
