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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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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The International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) – Kenya Chapter has launched the Collective Empowerment Network, Women in Leadership in Law (CEN WILIL) programme, an initiative arising from the partnership between the IAWJ and the IAWJ – Kenya Chapter. CEN seeks to empower women Judges and Magistrates through the structured implementation of key activities such as mentorship, sponsorship, networking opportunities, topical workshops, dialogues with judicial leaders and decision-makers, communities of practice, and a leadership development series. Chief Justice Martha Koome said CEN Women in Law and Leadership Programme is a transformative initiative aimed at creating an enabling environment for women judges and...
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NEWS RELEASE. DCJ Mwilu urges judges to engage stakeholders to foster administration of justice NAIROBI, December 11, 2024 - Properly convened and executed forums that provide an avenue for discussions, consultation, reflection, critique and stakeholder engagement are critical to enhance the capacity and ability of judges and judicial officers to administer justice. Speaking at the close of the inaugural two-day High Court Human Rights Summit in Nairobi, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu said that in order to effectively protect and promote human rights, it is essential to cultivate open dialogue and information sharing among judges and other justice stakeholders. “The people-centred justice approach under our...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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