Kenya - 2013 - Public Administration

The Public Benefits Organizations Act, 2013

Ministry of Interior and National Administration

The Public Benefits Organizations (PBO) Act replaces the NGO Coordination Act of 1990 and establishes a new regulatory authority to oversee the sector.  Introduces a Disputes Tribunal and a National Federation of PBOs and sets stricter governance and accountability standards. To promote compliance, the Act offers incentives such as tax exemptions, access to government funding, and capacity-building support.

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August 2025

The Public Benefits Organizations (PBO) Act replaces the NGO Coordination Act of 1990 and establishes a new regulatory authority to oversee the sector.  Introduces a Disputes Tribunal and a National Federation of PBOs and sets stricter governance and accountability standards. To promote compliance, the Act offers incentives such as tax exemptions, access to government funding, and capacity-building support.

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