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DCJ Mwilu Urges Heads of Stations to Enhance Supervision of Registry Operations

Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu has called on Heads of Court Stations to strengthen the supervision of registry operations to boost court efficiency and service delivery. Speaking during the closing ceremony of the 12th Annual Heads of Station Forum in Makueni, DCJ Mwilu stressed that the productivity of any court is closely tied to the efficiency of its registry. “No matter how competent and industrious a judge or judicial officer may be, if the registry is inefficient for whatever reason, that court will also be unproductive,” she stated. She commended this year’s forum for focusing on registry operations, describing it as a...

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PUBLIC STATEMENT – Targeting Court Infrastructure undermines the Rule of Law and Access to Justice

On behalf of the Judiciary and in my personal capacity, I extend heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of all those who tragically lost their lives during the protests held on 25th June 2025. I also wish a quick recovery to all those who sustained injuries and extend sympathies to those whose businesses and livelihoods were vandalized, looted and destroyed. The Constitution, under Article 37, guarantees every citizen the right to assemble, demonstrate, and picket. However, this right must be exercised peaceably and without arms. It does not extend to acts that cause harm, destroy property, or endanger the lives...

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CJ Koome Launches Mahakama Popote Guidelines to Boost Access to Justice

Makueni, Kenya – June 24, 2025 – Chief Justice Martha Koome has launched Mahakama Popote Guidelines, a set of protocols governing the Judiciary’s virtual case management system that enables judicial officers to handle matters across regions using technology. The Mahakama Popote program has been implemented in the Magistrates Courts—an innovative initiative designed to optimize the deployment of judicial officers and enhance service delivery across the country. This program allows judicial officers to handle cases regardless of the court station in which they were filed, thereby making use of available human capital more efficiently. Speaking during the opening of the 12th Annual Heads...

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CJ Koome urges inclusion of Judiciary in national ICT projects

Msambweni, Kwale County. June 13, 2025.  CJ Koome urges inclusion of Judiciary in national ICT projects Chief Justice Martha Koome has called for the integration of the Judiciary into national ICT projects across government to mainstream justice into the digital transformation of the country. Speaking at Msambweni Law Courts in Kwale County during the launch of the Local Area Network (LAN) connectivity project in 42 court stations across the country, the CJ emphasized the need for the Judiciary’s presence at the ICT policy and planning table to ensure that the digital transformation of the country includes justice as a central pillar. She noted...

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STATEMENT ON PERSISTENT ATTACKS ON THE JUDICIARY

On 20th May, 2025, the Judiciary took the unprecedented step of requesting the Director of Public Prosecutions to call for investigations into the conduct of Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi who has consistently disparaged the Judiciary, its leadership and Judges with relentless but baseless claims of corruption. Through a series of social media posts over the past months, he has made sensational allegations of judicial corruption but he has declined to name the concerned Judges, nor to table a formal complaint with evidence to the Judicial Service Commission or other law enforcement agencies. As an institution, we have numerously stated, and reiterate, that we...

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CJ Koome urges the Executive and Parliament to enhance Judiciary budgetary allocation for optimal service delivery

NEWS RELEASE NAIROBI. Friday, May 16, 2025. CJ Koome urges the Executive and Parliament to enhance Judiciary budgetary allocation for optimal service delivery Chief Justice Martha Koome has urged the Executive and Parliament, to enhance Judiciary’s budgetary allocation to enable optimal delivery of its mandate and serve the public.  Speaking during the launch of the E-Judiciary Mobile Application, the Judiciary Innovations Compendium, and the Performance Management and Measurement Evaluation (PMMU) Report 2023–2024, the CJ said several courts continued to operate under serious constraints—including shortages of judges and judicial officers, heavy caseloads, inadequate infrastructure, and significant gaps in human and financial resources. "As many of...

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Chief Justice Urges Parliament to Fast Track Tribunals Bill

Chief Justice Urges Parliament to Fast Track Tribunals Bill KISUMU, Kenya – May 12, 2025 Chief Justice Martha Koome has urged Members of Parliament to fast track the enactment of the long pending Tribunals Bill, emphasizing its critical role in harmonising the operations of tribunals. Speaking at the launch of Kisumu Tribunals Shared Services, the CJ noted that the legislation will enhance legal clarity, and solidify the foundation upon which a coherent and effective tribunals system can be built nationwide. The Bill will provide Tribunals with a solid legal foundation to ensure their independence, clear structure, and transparency. It will also harmonize the...

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Tax Appeals Tribunal Case Digest launched

The Tax Appeals Tribunal has launched a Case Law Digest on judicial decisions on tax appeals. The Digest is a comprehensive compilation of cases designed to provide an invaluable resource for legal professionals, tax consultants, students, and anyone with an interest in tax law. In a speech read on her behalf by High Court Commercial and Tax Division Judge, Hon Josephine Mongare, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu said that the Digest is a significant milestone in the Judiciary’s efforts to build a strong, predictable, and accessible body of tax jurisprudence. “As you all know, tax law is one of the most technical...

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Promoting holistic well-being beyond the courtroom: Mahakama legends excel in the Easter Bonanza tournament.

The Mahakama Legends, a football team composed of Judicial officers and staff, emerged victorious in the Easter Bonanza tournament held in Arusha, Tanzania. The tournament featured teams from both Kenya and Tanzania, fostering cross-border camaraderie and competition.  The team is part of the Judiciary Wellness Programme which aims to promote good health, teamwork, and productivity among judicial officers and staff. By engaging in sports, the Judiciary not only enhances physical fitness but also strengthens professional bonds, contributing to a more efficient and motivated workforce.  This victory highlights the importance of work-life balance and showcases the Judiciary's commitment to holistic well-being beyond the...

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CJ Koome closes 2025 Annual High Court Leaders Conference with a call for transformative leadership

CJ Koome Closes 2025 Annual High Court Leaders Conference with a Call for Transformative Leadership Chief Justice Martha Koome, officially closed the 2025 Annual High Court Leaders Conference Themed “15 Years of Devolution: The High Court’s Role in Shaping Governance,” the conference brought together Judges of the High Court, Deputy Registrars, and key stakeholders from across the Judiciary. In her closing address, the CJ lauded participants for their candid discussions, active engagement, and renewed commitment to judicial excellence. The conference offered a moment of reflection on the Judiciary’s role in advancing devolution and confronting emerging challenges, particularly in an era of increased public scrutiny...

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