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16 December
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IAWJ launch Collective Empowerment Network programme

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The International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) – Kenya Chapter has launched the Collective Empowerment Network, Women in Leadership in Law (CEN WILIL) programme, an initiative arising from the partnership between the IAWJ and the IAWJ – Kenya Chapter. CEN seeks to empower women Judges and Magistrates through the structured implementation of key activities such as mentorship, sponsorship, networking opportunities, topical workshops, dialogues with judicial leaders and decision-makers, communities of practice, and a leadership development series. Chief Justice Martha Koome said CEN Women in Law and Leadership Programme is a transformative initiative aimed at creating an enabling environment for women judges and...

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11 December
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DCJ Mwilu urges judges to engage stakeholders to foster administration of justice

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NEWS RELEASE. DCJ Mwilu urges judges to engage stakeholders to foster administration of justice NAIROBI, December 11, 2024 - Properly convened and executed forums that provide an avenue for discussions, consultation, reflection, critique and stakeholder engagement are critical to enhance the capacity and ability of judges and judicial officers to administer justice. Speaking at the close of the inaugural two-day High Court Human Rights Summit in Nairobi, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu said that in order to effectively protect and promote human rights, it is essential to cultivate open dialogue and information sharing among judges and other justice stakeholders. “The people-centred justice approach under our...

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10 December
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Kenya at crossroads over human rights abuses – CJ Koome

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Kenya at crossroads over human rights abuses - CJ Koome NAIROBI. December 10, 2024. Kenya is still grappling with human rights abuses despite progressive and transformative jurisprudence from the High Court and superior courts. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the High Court Human Rights Summit in Nairobi, Chief Justice Martha Koome said the country is grappling with extrajudicial killings, abductions, increase in femicide and gender-based violence as well as suppression of peaceful assemblies, unaccountable use of power, poverty and socio-economic inequalities. “Some of these challenges are rooted in structural inequalities, governance problems, and changing societal and global situations. Addressing these challenges remains...

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10 December
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HC SUMMIT PROGRAMME

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New members of CAJ, NGEC and IPOA sworn-in New members of CAJ, NGEC and IPOA sworn-in Chief Justice Martha Koome today presided over the swearing-in ceremony of chairpersons and members of the Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ), National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC), and the Independent Police Oversight Authority (IPOA). The Chief Justice said the Constitution entrusted them with advancing its aspirations and safeguarding its principles, as outlined in Article 249(1), which provides that the objects of constitutional commissions and independent offices are to: protect the sovereignty of the people; secure the observance by all State organs of democratic values and principles;...

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28 November
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DCJ Mwilu calls for ‘whole-of-society’ approach to climate justice 

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ELDORET, November 28, 2024  - Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu has said that any success in regard to climate justice can only be through a whole-justice system/whole-of-society approach. In remarks delivered on her behalf by Supreme Court Judge Smokin Wanjala at the close of the Environment and Land Court Climate Justice Conference, held at Moi University, Eldoret, DCJ Mwilu said that “communities, government Individuals, and non-government, institutional and non-institutional actors must collaborate and partner in forming and guiding decisions about present and future climate justice issues.” She called for the mainstreaming of the Judiciary in climate interventions. “I urge the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action Program...

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26 November
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CJ Koome calls on courts to champion climate justice

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CJ Koome calls on courts to champion climate justice ELDORET. November 26, 2024 - Chief Justice Martha Koome has urged courts to champion climate justice by arbitrating competing interests while upholding equity and fairness to ensure that climate action does not leave anyone behind especially in Kenya where communities face severe droughts, unpredictable rainfall patterns, and resource conflicts. Speaking at Moi University School of Law in Eldoret during the Climate Justice Conference hosted by the Environment and Land Court. The CJ added that courts must chart a path of justice that safeguards both humanity and the planet as the world grapples with the...

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19 November
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Financial independence central to Judiciary’s aspiration – CRJ Mokaya

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Isiolo, November 19, 2024 - Chief Registrar of the Judiciary Winfridah Mokaya has underscored the centrality of financial independence in the attainment of Judiciary’s vision. She said that under the current Judiciary Vision, the Judiciary has committed to creating a strong institution that is independent, accessible, efficient and that protects the rights of all especially the vulnerable, adding that financial independence is a central part of this aspiration. Hon Mokaya highlighted sustaining automation of services, expansion of people-centered justice initiatives such as Alternative Justice Systems (AJS), Court Annexed Mediation (CAM), specialized courts, establishment of more courts and sub-registries and financing court operations...

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15 November
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Judiciary making strides in justice delivery despite budget gaps – CJ Koome

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Judiciary making strides in justice delivery despite budget gaps - CJ Koome NAIROBI, November 15, 2024 – The Judiciary has recorded an upward trajectory in the administration of justice despite budgetary constraints, reflecting an institution that is increasingly efficient, accessible, and responsive to the justice needs of Kenyans. Speaking during the presentation of the State of the Judiciary and the Administration of Justice (SOJAR) Report 2023/24, at Milimani Law Courts, Chief Justice Martha Koome noted that there were substantial improvements in the Judiciary’s performance and service delivery despite historical chronic underfunding of the justice sector, with the Case Clearance Rate reaching an impressive 99%...

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11 November
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Judiciary expands access to justice in Kilgoris with new court infrastructure

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NEWS RELEASE Judiciary expands access to justice in Kilgoris with new court infrastructure KILGORIS, November 11, 2024 - The Judiciary has expanded access to justice in Kilgoris with the opening of the Environment and Land Court, Solar Power Station and the Court Annexed Mediation Registry in collaboration with the County Government of Narok. Chief Justice Martha Koome acknowledged that the court will address needs of the region. “Today marks a significant milestone in our shared journey to make justice more accessible and responsive to the needs of our communities. We gather to inaugurate several landmark projects that not only expand our court infrastructure but...

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21 August
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CJ commits to champion integration of environmental sustainability in Justice System

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Chief Justice Martha Koome has committed to advocate for environmental sustainability in the Kenyan justice sector through upholding the rule of law, protecting rights, ensuring sustainable development and promoting ecological sustainability. Speaking during the launch of a Strategic Guiding Framework for Greening Kenya’s Justice System, the CJ said the quest for justice is intertwined and inseparable from environmental sustainability and the justice sector should lead by example and be the pacesetter to be emulated by other sectors. “Through this Strategic Guiding Framework, we are affirming our renewed commitment towards integrating environmental sustainability into the functioning of our justice institutions”, said CJ Koome. Justice Koome acknowledged...

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