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Kenyans to enjoy various freedoms under new laws
By Lillian Aluanga
It has been dubbed one of the most progressive Bill of Rights, with more than 30 articles addressing social, economic, religious, labour, political, civil, environmental and cultural rights.
As focus shifts to implementation of the new laws, Chapter Four of the new Constitution arguably remains one of the most eagerly awaited by a public that has become increasingly aware of its rights.
Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) chair Florence Jaoko says while civil and political rights are to be enjoyed immediately, Kenyans may have to wait a little longer for realisation of economic rights, which will be progressive.
via The Standard | Online Edition :: Kenyans to enjoy various freedoms under new laws.
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Kenya Referendum On New Constitution 4 August
Kenyans go to the polls to endorse or reject a new constitution.
Turn out is expected to be high. (4 August 2010 is a national holiday in Kenya.
Quick guide to Kenya’s Referendum 2010
The introduction of a new constitution is part of what is called as Agenda 4 following the mediation between the parties after Kenya’s 2007 Post- Election violence where over 1500 people died and over 300000 were dispaced (lost their homes or were forced to move out by other ethnic groups.
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Dutch General Elections – The Netherlands Shifts To The Right
Latest results from the Dutch General Elections 9 June 2010 have led to gains for The Right-Wing Liberals WD Liberals and Geert Wilders’
PW Party.
DutchNews.Nl
Support for Christian Democrats CDA party has fallen. Outgoing Prime Minister Jan Peter Balkenende has resigned as leaders of the Christian Democrats CDA Party.
dutchnews.nl 10 June 2010
Useful Information:
DutchNews.Nl – Dutch General Elections Site
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