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President William Ruto on Wednesday signed into law two bills, including the Conflict of Interest Act, 2023.

President William Ruto on Wednesday, July 30, signed into law two bills, including the Conflict of Interest Act, 2023.

In a statement, the United Democratic Alliance Party (UDA) said the Conflict of Interest Act aims to tackle issues of corruption and abuse of office by public officials.

"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," the statement read.

UDA said the second bill, the Social Protection Act, 2025, is set to significantly bolster government support for disadvantaged groups.

"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," the statement added.

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File image of President William Ruto signing the Bills

UDA described the signing of the two bills as a legislative achievement, adding that they align with Ruto’s promise to build a government that works for all Kenyans.

"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 further read.

This comes over a month after Ruto signed the Anti-Money Laundering and Combating of Terrorism Financing Laws (Amendment) Bill 2025 into law.

The bill, which was sponsored by National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah, aims to strengthen Kenya’s framework for tackling money laundering, terrorism financing, and proliferation financing.

The Anti-Money Laundering bill was initially passed on April 16, 2025, but President Ruto returned it to Parliament with reservations.

The bill was passed for the second time on June 3, 2025, with ten Acts of Parliament amended to address technical compliance deficiencies flagged by the Eastern and Southern Africa Anti-Money Laundering Group (ESAAMLG) and the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).

Ruto also assented to the Insurance Professionals Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 13 of 2024 which establishes a comprehensive legal framework to regulate the insurance industry.