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06 March
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DCJ Mwilu calls for stronger judicial response to labour migration cases

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Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu has called on Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC) judges to strengthen access to justice for migrant workers, noting that labour migration disputes increasingly present complex transnational legal challenges. Speaking while closing the 2026 Annual Conference of ELRC Judges themed “Labour Migration and Access to Justice,” the DCJ said Kenyan workers do not lose their constitutional protections when they cross international borders, emphasizing that justice must remain accessible even when injustice occurs outside the country. “A people-centred justice approach requires this Court not merely to resolve disputes, but to examine how our procedures, remedies, partnerships and jurisprudence...

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27 vehicles dispatched to enhance service across the country

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Chief Registrar of the Judiciary Hon Winfridah Mokaya today flagged off 27 vehicles to enhance service across the country. “This is the phase two of our fleet upgrade for the 2025/2026 financial year. In September of last year, we flagged off 20 units. Today, we add another 27 vehicles to our fleet. This brings our total to 47 units in a single financial year—a clear demonstration that we are committed to enhance operational efficiency" she stated. The Hon. CRJ Mokaya called upon the drivers to recognize that the vehicles are public assets placed in their hands. As such, they must ensure that...

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Committee meets to deliberate key strategic priorities in advancing the Judiciary’s digital transformation

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The Integrated Case Management System (ICMS) Committee, chaired by Supreme Court judge Isaac Lenaola, met to deliberate key strategic priorities in advancing the Judiciary’s digital transformation agenda. The meeting brought together key stakeholders to review progress and chart the next phase of digital transformation within the courts. During the session, the Committee discussed the strategy for transitioning to a fully paperless Judiciary & the development and alignment of the ICT Master Plan to support efficient and modern court operations. The Committee also considered the formulation of an AI Policy for the Judiciary and measures to enhance digital and ICT accessibility to promote...

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Justice Monica Mbaru Elected Principal Judge of the Employment and Labour Relations Court

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Justice Monica Mbaru Elected Principal Judge of the Employment and Labour Relations Court Judges of the Employment and Labour Relations Court have elected Justice Monica Mbaru as the new Principal Judge of the Court. She succeeds Justice Byram Ongaya, who was recently elevated to the Court of Appeal. Justice Mbaru, currently the Presiding Judge in Mombasa, was elected unopposed. The position of Principal Judge carries a five-year term, renewable once. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Nairobi and a Master of Laws (LLM) from the University of Pretoria. Justice Mbaru is currently pursuing a Doctor of...

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Judge Wanjala calls for unified front to protect the rights of immigrant workers

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Judge Wanjala calls for unified front to protect the rights of immigrant workers Supreme Court Judge Smokin Wanjala has called for a unified front to safeguard the rights of migrant workers saying that is important to ensure that the rights of migrant workers are protected through robust legal standards and effective judicial oversight. Speaking during the Annual Conference for Judges of the Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC), Justice Wanjala who is also the Director General of the Kenya Judiciary Academy (KJA), reaffirmed Judiciary’s commitment to ensuring that rights of migrant workers are protected. “Our current discussions aim to harmonize domestic labour laws...

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PSC chair and members of Kenya Law Reform Commission and National Heroes’ Council take their oaths of office

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Chief Justice Martha Koome presided over the swearing-in of the Chairperson of the Public Service Commission; Commissioners of the Kenya Law Reform Commission; and member of the National Heroes’ Council. Francis Meja was sworn in as the Chairperson of the Public Service Commission, while Emmanuel Mumia, Catherine Ochanda and Walter Ochieng Khobe as members of Kenya Law Reform Commission. Charfano Guyo Mokku was sworn in as a member of the National Heroes Council. The CJ urged the PSC to strive to ensure that the government becomes a model employer - setting the benchmark for merit, transparency, fairness, and integrity in employer–employee relations....

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CRJ Mokaya Mokaya engages newly appointed Resident Magistrates

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Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, Hon. Winfridah Mokaya engaged newly appointed Resident Magistrates during their two-week long induction training. While sharing nuggets from her own professional journey, the CRJ emphasized the value of integrity, humility, and disciplined service to the people of Kenya. She underscored that: “Integrity must anchor everything you do. I must therefore take this early opportunity to stress the value of integrity—which is the thread that must weave throughout your private and official life. You will certainly be confronted with situations that test your moral grounding and your fidelity to the law. I want to urge you to...

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Newly recruited Resident Magistrates inducted

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Induction for Newly Recruited Resident Magistrates Held in Nairobi Nairobi, Kenya – Hon. Justice (Dr.) Smokin C. Wanjala, Judge of the Supreme Court of Kenya and Director General of the Kenya Judiciary Academy (KJA), today presided over the induction Training and swearing-in ceremony for newly recruited Resident Magistrates, 2026, at the Kenya School of Government, Nairobi. In his remarks, Justice Wanjala described the occasion as a significant milestone for both the newly appointed Magistrates and the Kenyan Judiciary. He noted that their recruitment through a rigorous and competitive process reflects their merit, resilience, and commitment to justice. He emphasized that the induction marks the beginning of a solemn...

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CRJ visits Kiambu Law Courts to evaluate service delivery

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Hon Winfridah Mokaya, the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, visited Kiambu Law Courts to evaluate service delivery gaps and explore targeted administrative interventions. The court leadership led by Hon. Justice Dorah Chepkwony and Hon Zipporah Gichana outlined key operational challenges, including acute office-space limitations, high caseloads, security vulnerabilities, and broader resource constraints. The most urgent needs identified were the expansion of physical space and strengthening security infrastructure. The Chief Registrar accompanied by Deputy Director, Department of Construction and Maintenance Works, Director, Accounts, Director, Supply Chain Management and other management officials, inspected the ongoing expansion works, which will add nine new courtrooms and...

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