To enhance regulation, facilitate, strengthen capacity and provide policy advice to the Public Benefit Organizations (PBO) sector.
Welcome to the Public Benefit Organizations Regulatory Authority Services (PBORA)
Introducing online PBORA Services. Apply and pay for the services conveniently through your ECitizen account.
About PBORA
The Public Benefit Organizations Regulatory Authority (PBORA) is a State corporation established under Section 34 of the Public Benefit Organizations (PBOs) Act, 2013. The Act was operationalized effective May 14, 2024, effectively repealing the NGOs Co-ordination Act No. 19 of 1990, and setting the stage for an expanded and inclusive regulatory framework for all charitable (non-profit) organizations in Kenya. The Authority, is broadly responsible for the registration and regulation of all PBOs operating in Kenya.
Online Services
Apply for our services and pay after completing your application, print the resulting document, receipts and get what you need with ease.
Notification of change of name
Apply for the notification of changing the name of your PBO
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- Register and de-register PBOs;
- Maintain a register of registered PBOs with the precise sectors, affiliations and locations of their activities;
- Interpret the national policy on PBOs so as to assist in its smooth implementation and observance by Government ministries, departments and agencies at various levels;
- Receive and review annual reports of PBOs;
- Advise the Government on the activities of PBOs and their role in development within Kenya;
- Issue forms, instructions, and model documents;
- Facilitate information sharing and networking between PBOs and the Government;
- Institute inquiries to determine if the activities of PBOs do not comply with the PBO Act or any other law; and Provide advice and training to PBOs.
- Oversight and monitor PBOs that are at risk of terrorism financing abuse.