Uphold fairness, courage, and independence in decisions. President Ruto tells judges

November 17, 2025 | Nairobi, Kenya | Uphold fairness, courage, and independence in decisions, President Ruto tells judges President William Samoei Ruto has urged judges to continue upholding fairness, courage, and independence in their decisions saying that where courts are free from political interference, they serve as safeguards against arbitrary action. Speaking when he officially opened the 14th International Association of Refugee and Migration Judges (IARMJ) World Conference in Nairobi, the President observed that judges ensure that asylum procedures are credible, transparent, and just; and that justice is not only done, but seen to be done adding  that this, in turn, fosters public confidence. “Your obligation as judges is the solemn duty of ensuring that every refugee and migrant...