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Judiciary committed to eliminating child labour and strengthening access to justice for children – Says DCJ Mwilu

NAIROBI. Wednesday, September 17, 2025. DCJ Philomena Mwilu Calls for Urgent Action to Eliminate Child Labour. Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu, has reaffirmed the Judiciary’s commitment to eliminating child labour and strengthening access to justice for children during the closing ceremony of the Third Employment and Labour Relations Annual Symposium and Exhibition (ELRASE 3) held at Strathmore University. The Deputy Chief Justice highlighted the need for judicial courage and creativity in translating legal provisions into real protections for children, stressing that judges and magistrates hold the power to make justice a lived reality for Kenya’s youngest and most vulnerable. “Every judgment we...

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CJ Koome calls for a whole-of-society approach to eliminating child labour

Chief Justice Martha Koome has called for a whole-of-society approach to eliminate child labour in the Kenya. The CJ underscored the need for collaboration across institutions noting that while the Judiciary plays a critical role, it cannot achieve this goal alone. Speaking during the official opening of the Employment and Labour Relations Court Annual Symposium (ELRASE III), themed “Elimination of All Forms of Child Labour and Access to Justice,” Justice Koome emphasized that eliminating child labour demands a whole-of-society approach. She called on Parliament to strengthen and update legal protections, the Executive to implement effective policies and allocate resources, the private sector to...

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Wellness central to enhancing service delivery — CJ Koome

NAIROBI. Friday, September 12, 2025. Wellness central to enhancing service delivery — CJ Koome Chief Justice Martha Koome has reaffirmed that wellness is essential to the Judiciary’s ability to effectively serve the people of Kenya. Speaking during the closing ceremony of the Judiciary Sports Day, held under the theme “Fitness for Justice: Balancing Wellness, Integrity and Service,” the Chief Justice emphasized that the Judiciary cannot function without its most vital resource — its people. “Our people are our greatest asset. Their wellness is not a luxury; it is a constitutional and institutional necessity,” she stated. CJ Koome reiterated that under the ‘Social Transformation through...

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‘Let us be true servants of justice’ – DCJ Mwilu

‘Let us be true servants of justice’ – DCJ Mwilu. Judiciary is committed to promoting a culture of wellness, teamwork and integrity among its Judges, Judicial Officers and staff to enhance delivery of service. Speaking during the opening ceremony of the Judiciary Sports Day being held under the theme, “Fitness for Justice: Balancing Wellness, Integrity and Service,” Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu noted that it is through an inspired team of judges, magistrates and staff that the Judiciary will demonstrate commitment to excellence in the delivery of justice. “We will achieve excellence in our courts and tribunals only when judges, magistrates and staff...

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JUDICIARY EMBARKS ON TRAINING TO STRENGTHEN AUTOMATION

JUDICIARY EMBARKS ON TRAINING TO STRENGTHEN AUTOMATION. Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, Winfridah Mokaya, has officially launched a pivotal training exercise for Registrars and Judiciary staff on the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, dubbed Jumuika. The move is aimed at connecting all administrative units into one digital ecosystem, with a view to enhancing efficiency, transparency, and service delivery across all court stations and directorates. Speaking during the opening session, the Chief Registrar emphasized that training is not merely procedural but foundational to the success of any technological system. “A good system only works if its users are confident and capable. This training...

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CRJ reiterates Judiciary’s commitment to breaking barriers that hinder access to justice

Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, Winfridah Mokaya has reiterated the Judiciary’s commitment in breaking barriers that deny access to justice. In remarks made on her behalf by DCRJ Paul Ndemo during a two-day Tribunals Open Day at the Milimani Law Courts the CRJ said that Tribunals were among the initiatives instituted in the Judiciary that are aimed to enhance access to justice for all. She observed that Tribunals are currently handling 14,522 active cases and this current financial year alone has seen the filing of over 10,000 new cases. Tribunals Registrar, Ann Asugah noted that Tribunals have become an integral...

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Legal fraternity commemorates lives of departed senior counsel

Nairobi. Friday, September 5, 2025. Legal fraternity commemorates lives of departed senior counsel The legal fraternity led by Chief Justice Martha Koome commemorated the life and legacy of three departed Senior Counsel during special closing of files proceedings held at Milimani Law Courts. The late Senior Counsel Simani Sangale, Kenneth Alison Fraser and Judy Thongori were honoured for the contributions they made to the legal profession during their lifetime as distinguished law practitioners. Chief Justice Martha Koome who presided over the bench comprising of Court of Appeal Judge Grace Ngenye, ELC Presiding Judge Oscar Angote, ELRC Principal Judge Byram Ongaya and High Court...

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242 new advocates take their oaths before Chief Justice Martha Koome at Milimani Law Courts, Nairobi.

242 new advocates took their oaths before Chief Justice Martha Koome at Milimani Law Courts, Nairobi. "Each new advocate we admit represents the future of the legal profession, the vitality of the rule of law, and the strength of our democracy. You are not just joining a career; you are stepping into a constitutional role; a responsibility deeply tied to the destiny of our nation." Chief Justice Martha Koome.   [gallery size="medium" ids="36914,36915,36916,36917,36918,36919,36920,36921,36922,36923,36924,36925,36926"]...

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Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Demonstrations and Public Protests members sworn in

The Chief Registrar of the Judiciary, Hon. Winfridah B. Mokaya, CBS, today presided over the swearing-in of members of the Panel of Experts on Compensation of Victims of Demonstrations and Public Protests. In her remarks, the CRJ noted that the establishment of the Panel is a powerful statement that the Constitution is alive and responsive to the needs of Kenyans. She emphasized that the compensation process will serve as one of the clearest reassurances to citizens that the rights guaranteed under the Constitution are not abstract promises but binding obligations that must be respected, protected, and fulfilled. Hon. Mokaya observed that while...

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JUDICIARY UNDERTAKES PRISON DECONGESTION EXERCISE

The Judiciary, in collaboration with the Prisons and Correctional Services, is undertaking a nationwide prison decongestion exercise. This initiative aims to ensure that the criminal justice system upholds the principles of justice, humanity, and rehabilitation. Speaking during an inaugural visit to Garissa G.K. Prison where 18 prisoners were released to continue their sentences through community service, Chief Justice Martha Koome noted that the criminal justice system has undergone significant transformation over the years. She highlighted the shift from a punitive model of incarceration to a more progressive approach focused on rehabilitation, reintegration, and restoring dignity. “We are moving away from the old...

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