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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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21 November
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CJ Koome launches Alternative Justice Systems and Court Annexed Mediation in Marsabit

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Marsabit, November 21, 2024: Chief Justice Martha Koome has reaffirmed the Judiciary’s commitment to enhancing access to justice as she launched the Alternative Justice Systems and Court Annexed Mediation in Marsabit County. Speaking at an event dubbed “Enhancing Access to Justice and Promoting People-Centered Justice Through the Multi-Door Approach to Justice,”, during which she promoted various avenues for dispute resolution, Justice Koome said that these initiatives would not only bring services closer to the people, but also significantly reduce the cost and time of resolving didputes. Marsabit, Kenya’s second-largest county by landmass, poses unique challenges due to its vast settlements therefore, it...

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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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18 November
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Most Kenyans resolve their conflicts through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) – CJ Koome

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Most Kenyans resolve their conflicts through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) – CJ Koome KAJIADO (AFRICA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY), November 18, 2024 - Chief Justice Martha Koome says majority of Kenyans resort to alternative dispute resolution compared to the few who seek justice through courts. The Chief Justice noted this validates the alternative dispute resolution mechanisms enshrined in Article 159 and affirmed in the ‘Judiciary’s Social Transformation through Access to Justice’ blueprint as part of the multi-door approach. The CJ said that according a 2017 Judiciary-led ‘Justice Needs and Satisfaction Survey,’ only 10 per cent of Kenyans with disputes sought court-based solutions and 19 per...

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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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05 November
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INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON THE PROPOSED JUDICIARY BUDGET ESTIMATES FOR THE FY 2025/26 AND THE MEDIUM-TERM PERIOD (2025/26- 2027/28)

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INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON THE PROPOSED JUDICIARY BUDGET ESTIMATES FOR THE FY 2025/26 AND THE MEDIUM-TERM PERIOD (2025/26- 2027/28). The Judiciary and the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) are in the process of preparing Budget Proposals for the FY 2025/26 and Medium-Term. Pursuant to Article 201 (a) of the Constitution and Section 37 (5) (a) of the Public Finance Management (PFM) Act 2012 which requires public participation in all financial matters, Public Hearings forums have been organized to be held in various regions. ACCESS the Judiciary MTEF Budget Report FY 2025/26 - FY 2027/28 and the Judiciary Budget Guide for the Citizen. https://judiciary.go.ke/judiciary-budget-reports/#_ https://judiciary.go.ke/judiciary-budget-reports/#flipbook-df_35098/3/   [gallery...

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04 November
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CJ calls for strengthening of governance institutions to bolster democracy

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NAIROBI. Monday, November 4, 2024.  CJ calls for strengthening of governance institutions to bolster democracy Chief Justice Martha Koome has called for building of strong and robust institutions that will serve as catalysts for national progress and development. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the inaugural Supreme Court Conference and Exhibition to mark the court’s 12 years of existence, the CJ noted that the establishment of the Supreme Court as the ultimate interpreter and guardian of the Constitution, embodies the expectation that the Court provides stability, certainty, and predictability in resolving the inevitable conflicts that arise within the society. “At the heart...

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