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Chapter 2 · Art. 7

National, official and other languages

2010-as-amended · effective 2010-08-27

Official text

(1) The national language of the Republic is Kiswahili.
(2) The official languages of the Republic are Kiswahili and English.
(3) The State shall—
  (a) promote and protect the diversity of language of the people of Kenya; and
  (b) promote the development and use of indigenous languages, Kenyan Sign language, Braille and other communication formats and technologies accessible to persons with disabilities.
In simple words
  • The national language of Kenya is Kiswahili.
    Art. 7(1)

    (1) The national language of the Republic is Kiswahili.

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  • The official languages are Kiswahili and English.
    Art. 7(2)

    (2) The official languages of the Republic are Kiswahili and English.

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  • The State must promote indigenous languages, Kenyan Sign language and Braille.
    Art. 7(3)(b)

    (b) promote the development and use of indigenous languages, Kenyan Sign language, Braille and other communication formats and technologies accessible to persons with disabilities.

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Kids explanation
  • Kiswahili is our national language, and people may also use English and their own languages.
    Art. 7(1)

    (1) The national language of the Republic is Kiswahili.

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