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Judiciary takes lead in prisons decongestion

Judiciary takes lead in prisons decongestion. Nairobi, Monday August 12, 2024 The Judiciary has taken the lead in spearheading critical reforms in the criminal justice system to stem overcrowding in Kenya’s prisons, as part of efforts to foster proper rehabilitation of offenders.   Speaking during the launch of the decongestion initiative for Nairobi Prisons at Nairobi Remand and Allocation Maximum Security Prison-Industrial Area, Chief Justice Martha Koome said the Judiciary will promote the use of Community Service Orders (CSOs) by reviewing sentences, and where appropriate, releasing convicts to perform community service instead of serving time in custody.   The CJ, said the reforms include immediate and...

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Paul Famba takes Oath of Office as PSC Secretary/CEO

Chief Justice Martha Koome today presided over the swearing-in of Mr Paul Famba as the CEO/Secretary to the Public Service Commission (PSC), at the Supreme Court. The CJ said it is essential for the Commission to keep in mind the historical context that informed the establishment of the Public Service Commission (PSC) as an independent constitutional commission. The PSC is intended to safeguard public servants from political patronage and to promote meritocracy as the distinguishing characteristic of public service. This makes the PSC a priceless asset in our governance system, driving the desire of Kenyans to have a non-partisan, meritocratic, and responsive...

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Signing the Roll of Commissioners for Oaths and Notaries Public

Signing the Roll of Commissioners for Oaths and Notaries Public for Advocates appointed by the Chief Justice at the Supreme Court building before Principal Magistrate Sharon Mwayuli.   [gallery size="medium" ids="34758,34759,34760,34761"]  ...

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Judge Kendagor presides over the swearing-in of chair and members of the Complaints Commission of the Media Council of Kenya

High Court Judge Caroline Kendagor presided over the swearing-in of Demas Kiprono, Kantim Mwanik, Maseme Machuka, Polly Waweru, and Nassra Omar as Chairperson and members, respectively, of the Complaints Commission of the Media Council of Kenya.     ...

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Judicial Bench Book on Trafficking in Persons for Sexual Exploitation launched

Chief Justice Martha Koome launched the Judicial Bench Book on Trafficking in Persons for Sexual Exploitation. Trafficking in persons, particularly for sexual exploitation, represents one of the most heinous violations of human rights. It predominantly affects women and girls, who are lured, coerced, and forced into situations of exploitation that strip them of their dignity and freedom. The Bench Book on Trafficking in Persons for Sexual Exploitation is designed to enhance the understanding of this complex and pervasive crime among all judicial officers and justice players. The Bench Book explains the elements of trafficking for sexual exploitation, and sheds light on...

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Family, friends and the Judiciary fraternity bid farewell to the late Justice Daniel Ogembo at SDA Church in Nairobi

Family, friends and the Judiciary fraternity congregate at Lavington SDA Church to bid farewell to the late Justice Daniel Ogembo, who passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024.   [gallery size="medium" ids="34717,34718,34719,34720,34721,34722,34723,34724,34725,34726,34727,34728,34729,34730,34731,34732,34733,34734,34735,34736"]...

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National Gender and Equality Commission CEO takes Oath of Office

Chief Justice Martha Koome presides over the swearing -in of Dr. Purity Ngina as Secretary/CEO to the National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) at the Supreme Court, Nairobi. [gallery size="medium" ids="34712,34713,34714"] ...

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AJS launched in Trans Nzoia County

AJS launched in Trans Nzoia County Alternative Justice Systems (AJS) County Action Plans and Suites have been launched at Trans Nzoia County to address the substantial justice gap of about17% consisting of mainly people who do not seek justice at all. Speaking during the launch, Supreme Court Judge and Director Kenya Judiciary Academy (KJA) Dr Smokin Wanjala noted that three Alternative Justice Systems Suites (Ukumbi) had been launched in Kitale, Kiminini and Cherangany to expand access to justice for all Kenyans. He observed that the AJS Ukumbi will not only serve as a physical seat but also as a symbol of hope, autonomy...

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Judiciary holds a National Day of Prayer and Fasting

Judiciary holds a National Day of Prayer and Fasting to remember departed judges, Judicial Officers and Staff as well as pray for Integrity, righteousness & justice; Comfort & Peace; Judiciary leadership - Wisdom; Judiciary Families; Nation- Unity & Understanding, Peace & Prosperity, and Protection, Premature deaths & misfortune, Strength in the Institution, among other issues. The Milimani event was presided over by Chief Justice Martha Koome.       [gallery size="medium" ids="34657,34658,34659,34660,34661,34662,34663,34664,34665,34666,34667,34668,34669,34670,34671,34672,34673,34674,34675,34676,34677,34678,34679,34680,34681,34682,34683,34684"]...

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