President William Ruto on Wednesday, July 30, signed into law two key pieces of legislation, among them the Conflict of Interest Act, 2023, aimed at curbing corruption within public service.
According to a statement issued by the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party, the new law seeks to enforce integrity and transparency among public officers by providing clear guidelines on ethical conduct.
“The Conflict of Interest Act, 2023, introduces strict guidelines to eliminate corruption and enforce transparency in all levels of public service. This law ensures that public officials act solely in the public interest, not for personal gain,” UDA said.
Alongside it, the Head of State also assented to the Social Protection Act, 2025, a law designed to enhance government assistance to vulnerable communities.
“The Social Protection Act, 2025, strengthens Kenya’s social safety net by institutionalising support for the elderly, persons with disabilities, orphans, and vulnerable households. It provides a framework for consistent and structured assistance to those most in need,” UDA added.
The party lauded the enactment of the two laws, terming them major steps in fulfilling President Ruto’s pledge to promote an inclusive and accountable administration.
“These laws are not just legislative achievements, they are bold steps toward a more just, inclusive, and ethical Kenya. President Ruto continues to deliver on his promise of building a government that works for all Kenyans,” the statement concluded.
The move comes just over a month after President Ruto signed into law the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating of Terrorism Financing Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The bill, initially passed in April 2025 and later returned to Parliament with reservations, was re-passed on June 3.
The revised legislation amended ten Acts of Parliament to address compliance deficiencies flagged by the Eastern and Southern Africa Anti-Money Laundering Group (ESAAMLG) and the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), strengthening the country’s legal framework to combat illicit financial activity.
In addition, the president recently assented to the Insurance Professionals Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 13 of 2024), which sets up a comprehensive legal structure for regulating the insurance industry.
These laws collectively reflect the administration’s focus on institutional reforms, good governance, and protection of vulnerable citizens.
