Chapter 15 · Art. 252
General functions and powers
- Each commission may conduct investigations on its own initiative or on a complaint by a member of the public.
Art. 252(1)(a)
(a) may conduct investigations on its own initiative or on a complaint made by a member of the public;
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Art. 252(1)(b)
(b) has the powers necessary for conciliation, mediation and negotiation;
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Art. 252(3)
(3) The following commissions and independent offices have the power to issue summons to a witness to assist for the purposes of its investigations— (a) the Kenya National Human Rights and Equality Commission; (b) the Judicial Service Commission; (c) the National Land Commission; and (d) the Auditor-General.
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- Commissions can investigate complaints and help settle disputes.
Art. 252(1)
(1) Each commission, and each holder of an independent office— (a) may conduct investigations on its own initiative or on a complaint made by a member of the public; (b) has the powers necessary for conciliation, mediation and negotiation; (c) shall recruit its own staff; and (d) may perform any functions and exercise any powers prescribed by legislation, in addition to the functions and powers conferred by this Constitution.
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