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Swearing in

CJ Martha Koome has today presided over the swearing-in of Fatuma Saman and Carolene Kituku as Members of the Selection Panel for the Recruitment of nominees for appointment as the Chairperson and Members of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission at the Supreme Court. The Oath was administered by Chief Registrar of the Judiciary Winfridah Mokaya. ...

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Judiciary Dialogue Day at Kisumu

Supreme Court Judge and Director Kenya Judiciary Academy (KJA) Dr Smokin Wanjala leads Judges, Magistrates and members of Staff at Kisumu Law Courts in engaging the public during Judiciary Dialogue Day aimed at expanding avenues for judicial conversations and receiving feedback from court-users and stakeholders to strengthen delivery of justice. Speaking during the Judiciary Dialogue Day at Kisumu Law Courts, Justice Wanjala said that the dialogue will provide the Judiciary with an opportunity to reflect, deliberate, and chart the way forward, to ensure that justice is not only done but is seen to be done, efficiently, effectively, and with the highest...

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Financial independence central to Judiciary’s aspiration – CRJ Mokaya

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

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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CJ calls for strengthening of governance institutions to bolster democracy

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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Town Hall Engagement

Panelists Justice Isaac Lenaola, Dr. Fred Ojiambo, SC., Mr. Protas Saende, ICJ (K) and Prof. Githu Muigai engage stakeholders in the justice sector on "Fostering an Open Democracy: An Open Conversation on the Supreme Court's Contributions to the Protection of Human Rights & the Civic Space," as part of Supreme @12 celebration. The session was moderated by Prof. Collins Odote.   [gallery size="medium" ids="35119,35120,35121,35122,35123,35124,35125,35126,35127,35128,35129,35130,35131,35132,35133,35134,35135,35136,35137,35138,35139,35140,35141,35142,35143,35144,35145,35146,35147,35148,35149,35150,35151,35152,35153,35154,35155,35156,35157,35158,35159,35160"]...

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CJ Martha Koome launches a new court at Dagoretti

NAIROBI, NEWS RELEASE. Friday, October 11, 2024.  Chief Justice Martha Koome has called upon the National Government, Nairobi County Government, and development partners to cooperate and collaborate with the Judiciary towards addressing barriers that undermine access to justice in the Nairobi Metropolitan Area. Speaking during the launch of a Magistrates Court at Dagoretti in Nairobi County, the Chief Justice said despite great efforts to enhance access to justice within Nairobi, access to judicial services still faces serious challenges because of the high population, socio-economic disparities, rapid development, inadequate number of courts, and other structural and systemic barriers. The Dagoretti Court will...

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Adopt a bold, creative, and innovative approach to lawyering

Adopt a bold, creative, and innovative approach to lawyering NAIROBI. Friday, September 20, 2024 Chief Justice Martha Koome has urged newly admitted advocates to go beyond the traditional confines of litigation and adopt a bold, creative, and innovative approach in their work. Speaking at Milimani Law Courts when she presided over the admission of 70 newly qualified lawyers to the Roll of Advocates, the CJ asked the new advocates to embrace the Multi-Door approach to justice by making use of the alternative dispute resolution mechanisms like Mediation and Alternative Justice Systems (AJS), and participate in public interest litigation. She explained that in doing so,...

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