> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://cahf.gitbook.io/kenya-legal-policy-and-institutional-review/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://cahf.gitbook.io/kenya-legal-policy-and-institutional-review/3.-institutions-involved-in-regulation-of-housing/ii.-secondary-national-government-ministries.md). # ii. Secondary National Government Ministries There are additional national government ministries that also have a role in the housing value chain in Kenya. [**Ministry of Labour**](https://www.labour.go.ke/) ![](https://3363602505-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FzXOWBiJTYJM57eEq86or%2Fuploads%2FHV0AwSUKIexAdj4rGt9l%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=9d9bdd56-a557-41e5-addf-4918331e8a13) The Ministry of Labour (changed to [Ministry of Labour and Social Protection](https://www.labour.go.ke/) in October 2022) hosts the Directorate of Occupation Safety and Health Services which ensures compliance with the provisions of the [Occupational safety and Health Act 2007](https://new.kenyalaw.org/akn/ke/act/2007/15/eng@2022-12-31) and promote safety and health of workers. The Ministry of Labour also helps to resolve industrial disputes between employers and employees, some of which revolve around housing allowances/provision of housing for workers. [**Ministry of Energy**](https://www.energy.go.ke/) ![](https://3363602505-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FzXOWBiJTYJM57eEq86or%2Fuploads%2F51vRlQzoV09KQdTYxNHA%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=60c86a7f-8299-46c7-a2f7-01c5bb88414f) The Ministry of Energy **(changed to** [**Ministry of Energy and Petroleum**](https://www.energy.go.ke/) **in October 2022)** is relevant as it develops and implements energy policy, energy standards and develops/publishes energy regulations which impact on construction cost and are key to achievement of sustainable/green buildings ***Ministry of Devolution (this has been eliminated under the new government in October 2022 and the functions moved to the Office of the Deputy President)*** *The Ministry of Devolution (which succeeded the previous Ministry of Local Government) is important as it serves as the linkage between county governments (crucial in planning and delivery of housing) and the national government. The Ministry also has statutory roles under the Public Health Act 1921 and the County Government Act 2012. This Ministerial docket has now been abolished vide the* [*Presidential Executive Order No. 1 of 2022*](https://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/s3.sourceafrica.net/documents/121189/Executive-Order-No-1-of-2022-Organization-of-the.pdf) *of October 2022.* [**Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation**](https://www.water.go.ke/) ![](https://3363602505-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FzXOWBiJTYJM57eEq86or%2Fuploads%2FOoLAjCJeEamfJFMAvcTP%2Fimage.png?alt=media\&token=d0eda448-1c11-42c3-b868-2527be6169ac) The Ministry of Water is charged with development and implementation of water policy. Various relevant statutory agencies such as the Water Resources Authority (which manage all water resources and issue licences for water abstraction) fall under the Ministry. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters: ``` GET https://cahf.gitbook.io/kenya-legal-policy-and-institutional-review/3.-institutions-involved-in-regulation-of-housing/ii.-secondary-national-government-ministries.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `build a script that syncs our docs to a CMS` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.