Authority of the President

(1)The President—

(a)is the Head of State and Government;

(b)exercises the executive authority of the Republic, with the assistance of the Deputy President and Cabinet Secretaries;

(c)is the Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces;

(d)is the chairperson of the National Security Council; and

(e)is a symbol of national unity.

(2)The President shall—

(a)respect, uphold and safeguard this Constitution;

(b)safeguard the sovereignty of the Republic;

(c)promote and enhance the unity of the nation;

(d)promote respect for the diversity of the people and communities of Kenya; and

(e)ensure the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms and the rule of law.

(3)The President shall not hold any other State or public office.