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Delegates resolve to strengthen mediation of family, children, and succession disputes

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NEWS RELEASE. NAIROBI. Friday, 17 April 2026. Delegates resolve to strengthen mediation of family, children, and succession disputes Delegates at the 4th Annual Mediation Summit 2026 have adopted far-reaching resolutions to strengthen mediation in family, children, and succession disputes, addressing the growing demand for efficient, accessible, and people-centred justice systems in Kenya. The summit, which brought together the Judiciary Steering Committee on Mediation, the Family Division of the High Court, mediators, state agencies, development partners, academia, private sector representatives, and practitioners, concluded today at Strathmore University in Nairobi, with delegates reaffirming mediation as a cornerstone of alternative dispute resolution. This followed three days of intense...

16 April

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Embrace dispute resolution mechanisms that safeguard the vulnerable – Justice Hellen Omondi.

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Nairobi. Wednesday, 15 April 2026. Embrace dispute resolution mechanisms that safeguard the vulnerable - Justice Hellen Omondi. Court of Appeal Judge Lady Justice Hellen Omondi has urged members of the Judiciary to champion dispute resolution mechanisms that protect dignity and safeguard the vulnerable. Speaking at the Strathmore University when she presided over the official opening of the Mediation Summit 2026 on behalf of Chief Justice Martha Koome, Justice Omondi said that family disputes, whether involving matrimonial property, custody, gender-based violence, or succession, often weigh most heavily on women and children. Justice Omondi who is also the President of the International Association of Women...

09 April

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DCJ Mwilu Urges Deputy Registrars to Reform Court Registries

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Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu has called on Deputy Registrars to transform court registries into efficient, accountable, and responsive units, noting that such reforms are critical to realizing the constitutional promise of access to justice under Article 48. Speaking while officially opening the Annual Deputy Registrars’ Conference, themed “Transforming Court Registries: Enhancing Efficiency, Accountability, and Service Delivery,” the DCJ noted that registries manage the entire lifecycle of a case from filing to execution. She warned that dysfunctional registries contribute to case backlogs, frequent adjournments, missing files, disorganized proceedings, and even corruption. “Registries are the gateway to justice; every case begins at the...

02 April

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CRJ Mokaya Inspects Kandara New Law Courts Building

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The Chief Registrar of the Judiciary Hon. Winfridah B. Mokaya, CBS on April 1, 2026, visited Kandara Law Courts to assess progress on the new court building ahead of its handover. The new facility marks a significant step in decongesting courts and enhancing access to justice for the people of Kandara and the surrounding region. The CRJ commended Head of Station Hon. Peter Mukholi and Resident Magistrate Hon. Kimeu Nguto for their leadership and commitment to service delivery. She also reminded staff that the Judiciary maintains zero tolerance for corruption, and that professionalism and integrity must remain the hallmark of service. The CRJ was...

02 April

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DO NOT ALLOW TEMPORARY DISTRACTIONS TO DERAIL LASTING POSSIBILITIES – LADY JUSTICE ACHODE

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Justice Lydia Achode has challenged students to aim higher and never limit their potential, reminding them that greatness can begin right in the classroom. Speaking as Chief Guest at the Loreto Limuru Girls High School prize-giving ceremony, the Court of Appeal Judge and proud alumna encouraged students to build lives grounded in purpose, integrity, and influence. “Your future is being shaped now,” she said. “In how you use your time, the discipline you show when no one is watching, and the choices you make between focus and distraction, substance and appearances, purpose and short-term excitement.” Acknowledging the pressures young people face today, Justice...

27 March

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CJ Koome Urges ELRC to Take the Lead in Advancing a Paperless Judiciary

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Chief Justice Martha Koome has called on the Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) to take a leading role in advancing a paperless Judiciary by expanding virtual hearings and fully leveraging digital platforms to improve access, efficiency, and transparency. Speaking during the installation of Justice Monica Mbaru as the new Principal Judge of the ELRC at Milimani, Chief Justice Koome noted that while progress has been made—particularly in recent years through the adoption of virtual proceedings—more needs to be done to fully institutionalize these gains. “Technology remains a key enabler of judicial transformation,” she said, stressing that the Judiciary must deepen its...

25 March

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Deputy Chief Registrar of the Judiciary and Judiciary Spokesperson, Hon. Paul Ndemo, engages students at the Catholic University

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Deputy Chief Registrar of the Judiciary and Judiciary Spokesperson, Hon. Paul Ndemo, engaged students at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) School of Law on the theme, “Re-imagining the Future of Justice in Kenya.” The DCRJ took the students through various reforms being undertaken within the Judiciary to enhance access to justice for Kenyans. He highlighted that tribunals have now been integrated into the Judiciary as part of efforts to improve access to justice. He further highlighted that the Judiciary has invested in technology by automating most of its services, including the introduction of virtual courts, which have reduced costs and...

25 March

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DCJ Calls for Strengthened Judicial Protection for Vulnerable Women and Children

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Deputy Chief Justice and Vice-President of the Supreme Court, Philomena Mbete Mwilu, has called on High Court judges to deepen their commitment to protecting vulnerable women and children through responsive, humane, and constitutionally grounded judicial practices. Speaking during the opening of the High Court Leaders Conference held in Naivasha the Deputy Chief Justice underscored the pivotal role of the High Court in advancing the country’s constitutional vision and delivering meaningful access to justice. She described the annual forum as a critical platform for reflection, evaluation, and strategic planning among judicial leaders, noting that it provides an opportunity to assess progress, address challenges,...

16 March

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GUARD YOUR INDEPENDENCE FIERCELY, BUT EXERCISE IT WITH HUMILITY – DCJ MWILU

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Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu has cautioned newly recruited magistrates to guard their independence fiercely, but exercise it with humility. She spoke while officiating over the closing ceremony of an induction training of 98 newly recruited Resident Magistrates, who will also double up as Small Claims Court Adjudicators. The DCJ emphasized the need for the new magistrates to be courteous and respectful to all court users while highlighting the value of personal integrity. “Treat every person who enters your courtroom with courtesy and respect, regardless of status and protect your integrity as your most valuable possession.” She said. DCJ Mwilu underscored the importance...

16 March

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National Mediation Open Day Highlights Role of Mediation in Resolving Family Disputes

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The Principal Judge of the High Court, Eric Ogola, has reaffirmed the Judiciary’s commitment to strengthening mediation as a key pathway to accessible, efficient and people-centred justice in Kenya. Speaking during the National Mediation Open Day at Kibera Law Courts, Justice Ogola underscored the growing importance of mediation in resolving disputes, particularly those involving families, where preserving relationships is often as important as settling the legal issues at hand. The event brought together judges, judicial officers, members of the Bar, accredited mediators, representatives from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, the Office of the Attorney General, and members of the...

Delegates resolve to strengthen mediation of family, children, and succession disputes

Embrace dispute resolution mechanisms that safeguard the vulnerable – Justice Hellen Omondi.

DCJ Mwilu Urges Deputy Registrars to Reform Court Registries

CRJ Mokaya Inspects Kandara New Law Courts Building

DO NOT ALLOW TEMPORARY DISTRACTIONS TO DERAIL LASTING POSSIBILITIES – LADY JUSTICE ACHODE

CJ Koome Urges ELRC to Take the Lead in Advancing a Paperless Judiciary

Deputy Chief Registrar of the Judiciary and Judiciary Spokesperson, Hon. Paul Ndemo, engages students at the Catholic University

DCJ Calls for Strengthened Judicial Protection for Vulnerable Women and Children

GUARD YOUR INDEPENDENCE FIERCELY, BUT EXERCISE IT WITH HUMILITY – DCJ MWILU

National Mediation Open Day Highlights Role of Mediation in Resolving Family Disputes

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