Chief Justice David Maraga today Friday, March 22, 2019, presided over the official closing of the Judiciary Elections Disputes Resolution (EDR) debrief for High Court Judges.nnnn ...
Continue readingnn nnPRESS STATEMENT NAIROBI, March 20, 2019 The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) in exercise of its mandate to promote and facilitate the independence and accountability of the Judiciary and the efficient, effective and transparent administration of justice, in its meeting of March 19, 2019 deliberated on various matters touching on petitions against various judges of superior courts.nnThe Judicial Service Commission considered two new petitions, one by Mr Yussuf Ibrahim Dimbil against the Hon Chief Justice David K. Maraga for alleged gross violations of the Constitution and another by Mohamed Mohamud Sheikh against four Judges of the Supreme Court namely Hon...
Continue readingThe National Police Service Commission members were today sworn-in in a ceremony presided over by CJ David Maraga. Those who took Oath are: Chairperson Eliud Kinuthia & members Lilian Kiamba, Eusebius Laibuta, Naftali Kipchirchir Rono, Dr Alice Otwala and John Ole Moyaki.nn nn ...
Continue readingEmbu Law Courts emerged the best government stand that promotes National Cohesion during this year’s Ask show.nnThe court was part of exhibitors at the ASK show held at Njukiri showground, in Embu town.nnThe Judiciary participates in the shows to educate and inform the public on court process and operations. During the exhibition, court officials interact with public, field questions and receive feedback on court services.nnThe show brings together exhibitors from the county as well as neighbouring counties of Kirinyaga and Tharaka Nithi.nnParticipation in shows by courts is supported by the Judiciary through its Public Affairs and Communication unit.nnThe shows are...
Continue readingKisii Law Court has concluded 21 matters that were referred for mediation from 71 matters that were registered. Of the 21 matters, 10 cases were able to reach a settlement agreement within two months. The approximate total value of the 10 matters with settlement was Kshs 3 Million.nThe Court Annexed Mediation roll-out was held in five court stations in November 2018 including Kisumu Law Courts which registered 64 matters, Nyeri Law Courts 52 matters, Kakamega Law Courts 35 matters and Mombasa Law Courts 44 matters referred to mediation.nCases in courts can drag for years before a judgement is given with...
Continue readingChief Justice David Maraga presided over the admission of over 200 newly qualified lawyers to the Bar. nn nnnn nnnn nn ...
Continue readingIt was joy at Kabarnet law courts when staff held a farewell party in honour of Mr Cyrus Kiambo, who was serving as the Court’s Executive Officer. nnMr Kiambo retired on March 1, 2019, after serving the Judiciary for 39 years. nn"To succeed, you must understand how to live and work with others and be one another's keeper especially during the time of need" Kiambo said. nnHe added, "I can remember very well my youthful moments just after joining the service,I could imagine how I would look like when I will turn 40 years, 20 years passed and I still looked energetic,now I...
Continue readingNEWS RELEASE. NAIROBI, March 13, 2019. The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) in exercise of its mandate to promote and facilitate the independence and accountability of the Judiciary and the efficient, effective and transparent administration of justice, in its meeting of January 12, 2019 deliberated on several issues.nnA petition for the removal of four Supreme Court judges on allegations of violation of the Constitution, gross misconduct, breach of the Judicial Code of Conduct and Ethics and Oath of Office, FILED BY JARED ONGERI and arising out of the recently concluded Wajir gubernatorial petition, was formally tabled before the JSC.nnThe four Supreme Court...
Continue readingChief Registrar of the Judiciary Anne Amadi today presided over the swearing-in of the Chairperson of the Co-operative Tribunal, Hon Beatrice Kimemia at the Supreme Court in Nairobi. Ms Kimemia was appointed by the Cabinet Secretary for Industry, Trade and Co-operative on temporary basis with effect from February 1, 2019. The oath was administered by acting Registrar of the Tribunals Anne Asugah. nn nn nnnn nn nn nn nn nn nn nn nn ...
Continue readingClarification nnNewspapers reports on the anti-corruption case involving former Nominated Senator, Joy Gwendo insinuated that she was only fined KShs 660,000 after fraudulently acquiring KShs 1,731,732. nnThe truth of the matter is that Gwendo was ordered by the High Court to first comply with her plea bargain that is to deposit Ksh.1,731,732 into the Accounts of the Interested Party. She complied with the court order fully by paying the said amount.nnThe High Court sentence only dwelt on other pending issues, that is, that the accused Issued bad cheques (Count 3 and 4) and abuse of office (Count 5) The offenses attracts a...
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