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20 November
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CJ Koome reaffirms Judiciary’s commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of children

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Chief Justice Martha Koome has reaffirmed ?the Judiciary’s commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of every child in Kenya, saying ?this obligation is firmly anchored in the Constitution, the Children Act 2022, and the ?international commitments the country has undertaken. Reiterating the Judiciary’s commitment to fully implement the Children Act 2022—describing it ?as a transformative legal framework—CJ Koome announced that the Judiciary will establish ?dedicated Children’s Courts staffed by trained personnel who understand child psychology and ?child-sensitive procedures. “We will continue strengthening the Office of the Deputy Registrar of the Children’s Court and ?ensuring that children’s cases are heard and concluded...

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17 November
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Uphold fairness, courage, and independence in decisions. President Ruto tells judges

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November 17, 2025 | Nairobi, Kenya | Uphold fairness, courage, and independence in decisions, President Ruto tells judges President William Samoei Ruto has urged judges to continue upholding fairness, courage, and independence in their decisions saying that where courts are free from political interference, they serve as safeguards against arbitrary action. Speaking when he officially opened the 14th International Association of Refugee and Migration Judges (IARMJ) World Conference in Nairobi, the President observed that judges ensure that asylum procedures are credible, transparent, and just; and that justice is not only done, but seen to be done adding  that this, in turn, fosters public confidence. “Your obligation as judges is the solemn duty of ensuring that every refugee and migrant...

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15 November
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INTEGRITY IS THE BEDROCK OF PUBLIC TRUST – DCJ MWILU

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Deputy Chief Justice, Hon Lady Justice Philomena Mbete Mwilu, has underscored the place of integrity in securing public trust and confidence in the Judiciary. “Integrity is the bedrock upon which public trust rests. Without integrity, no amount of innovation, policy reform, or institutional investment can sustain the Judiciary.” Said the DCJ while giving the closing address to the Judiciary Management Team retreat. She added that “At the heart of everything we do lies one powerful truth: the moral compass of the Judiciary is calibrated by our collective integrity. Doing the right thing— even when no one is watching, even when it costs...

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13 November
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Lunga Lunga Mobile Court Holds First Sitting

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The Lunga Lunga Mobile Court held its first official sitting , marking a key step in expanding access to justice for residents of Lunga Lunga. The session, which featured both the Kadhi’s Court and the Magistrate’s Court, brought essential judicial services closer to the community — a move residents say will save time and reduce the cost of seeking justice. The initiative reflects the Judiciary’s commitment to delivering justice to all, including those in remote areas. The milestone follows the successful launch of the mobile court earlier this month and reinforces ongoing efforts to enhance access to justice and service...

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13 November
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Supreme Court Moot Court competition for law students kicks off

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The Supreme Court of Kenya Annual Moot Court competition involving 16 universities is underway. The competition is part of the Supreme Court Mentorship Programme that begun last year. The competition brings together law students with the aim of sharpening their advocacy skills, courtroom etiquette, legal research and reasoning, drafting and case analysis. This year’s competition which runs from 12th - 14th November, 2025 promises to be even more engaging, tackling complex and critical issues of international law - specifically refugee and migration rights. This theme resonates globally, reflecting urgent human rights challenges arising from conflicts across the globe. It is a...

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04 November
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Kenya’s Supreme Court honoured with African Bar Association’s Judicial Excellence Award

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Supreme Court of Kenya Honoured with African Bar Association’s Judicial Excellence Award The Supreme Court of Kenya has been conferred with the African Bar Association (AfBA) prestigious Medal of Merit for Judicial Excellence. The Association recognized the Court’s outstanding leadership in advancing transformative jurisprudence, upholding constitutional supremacy, and fortifying democratic governance across Africa since its establishment under the 2010 Constitution. The award was formally presented to the Chief Justice and President of the Supreme Court, Martha Koome, in the presence of Supreme Court judges: Lady Justice Philomena Mwilu (Deputy Chief Justice and the Vice President of the Court), Lady Justice Njoki Ndungu,...

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03 November
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Stakeholders call for Stronger Multi-Agency Collaboration and Increased Funding to Protect Children

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Stakeholders call for Stronger Multi-Agency Collaboration and Increased Funding to Protect Children The Chairperson of the Standing Committee on the Administration of Justice for Children, Justice Teresia Matheka, has called for urgent reforms and enhanced coordination across all child protection agencies to address systemic failures that continue to expose Kenyan children to abuse, neglect, and injustice. Speaking during the official launch of the Annual Child Justice Service Month 2025, themed “Securing Justice for Every Child: Enhancing Multi-Agency Collaboration and Increasing Budgetary Allocation to Combat Child Abuse,” Justice Matheka underscored the need to translate commitments into tangible institutional action. “This theme must not remain...

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26 October
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Supreme Court Engages Public in Mombasa on Protection of Human Rights and Civic Space

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Supreme Court Engages Public in Mombasa on Protection of Human Rights and Civic Space Mombasa, Kenya – October 23, 2025 Supreme Court Judges Njoki Ndungu and William Ouko, alongside Dr. Mercy Deche and Mr. Tukero Ole Kina, on Thursday engaged members of the public in a town hall session at the Mombasa Law Courts to discuss the Court’s role in the protection of human rights and the civic space. The session was moderated by Prof. Sarah Kinyanjui. Speaking during the interactive session, Justice Njoki Ndungu emphasized the importance of public engagement in deepening understanding of the Court’s operations and decisions. “We are engaging the public so that people can understand how the Court operates. We want to include your views on how...

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26 September
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Judiciary family bids farewell to the late Justice Fred Ochieng

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Hon Lady Justice Philomena Mwilu, Deputy Chief Justice and Vice President of the Supreme Court of Kenya led the Judiciary family in bidding farewell to the late Justice Fred Ochieng, JA, at his home in Muhoroni, Kisumu. The President of the Court of Appeal, Hon Justice Daniel Musinga and Hon Winfridah Mokaya, the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary eulogized Judge Ochieng as an exemplary judge and an amiable person who will be dearly missed. Judges, Judicial Officers and staff turned up in their numbers to give a befitting goodbye to the judge. May the soul of Justice Fred Ochieng rest in eternal...

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