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The JSC convened a meeting with the National Treasury, Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Tax Appeals Tribunal, Registrar – Tribunals and the Presiding Judge Commercial Division to explore ways of enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of tax-related dispute resolution.
The discussions focused on the fast-tracking of matters before the Tribunal, financial resourcing, automation of processes, case management improvements and necessary legislative reforms. These measures are aimed at streamlining tax dispute resolution, reducing case backlogs and promoting compliance while ensuring fairness in tax…
The JSC visited the Kenya Judiciary Academy (KJA) headquarters, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing judicial training and professional development. Through the KJA, the JSC fulfils its constitutional mandate to design and implement continuing education programs for judges and judicial officers, ensuring a highly skilled and competent Judiciary. During the visit, KJA Director General, Hon. Justice Smokin Wanjala and his team provided a comprehensive briefing on the Academy’s programs, training initiatives and infrastructure. The discussions focused on strengthening the…
JSC Engages SRC to Strengthen Cooperation and Accountability
The JSC led by Chairperson, Chief Justice Martha Koome, today hosted a delegation from the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC), chaired by Mr. Sammy Chepkwony, for a high-level meeting aimed at enhancing collaboration, cooperation and engagement between the two Commissions. The discussions focused on strengthening inter-agency relations to ensure the effective discharge of each Commission’s constitutional mandate. The engagement also underscored the importance of continuous dialogue between independent constitutional Commissions, ensuring efficiency,…
JSC Appoints Chairperson and Members to the Legal Education Appeals Tribunal
JSC Appoints Chairperson and Members to the Legal Education Appeals Tribunal In a significant move to enhance access to justice and promote the quality of legal education in Kenya, the Judicial Service Commission has appointed the Chairperson and Members of the Legal Education Appeals Tribunal. This appointment aims to strengthen the tribunal’s capacity to handle disputes related to legal education with greater efficiency, fairness and professionalism. The…
Under Article 168 of the Constitution, the Judicial Service Commission is vested with the authority to receive and process petitions against Judges. Similarly, Article 172(1)(c) empowers the Commission to exercise disciplinary oversight over Judicial officers and Staff.
Revocation of vacancies in the Offices of Judge of the Court of Appeal & Judge of the High Court of Kenya.
JSC and National Treasury Discuss Judiciary & JSC Funding Gaps
The JSC Chairperson Hon. Martha Koome chaired a meeting with the National Treasury team led by PS Dr. Chris Kiptoo today, to address the budgetary constraints affecting the Judiciary and the JSC.
Discussions focused on critical issues such as:
Insufficient human resource capacity
Security Management
Automation and digitization
Stalled projects and court infrastructure
Policies to address effective and efficient administration of Justice
PS Dr. Kiptoo acknowledged the funding gaps and…
The JSC participated in the inaugural Annual High Court Summit, themed “Upholding Human Rights in a Changing Kenya." In his remarks, JSC Vice Chairperson Isaac Rutto emphasized that the responsibility of upholding human rights extends beyond the Judiciary “effective collaboration across government, civil society and the private sector will create an environment where justice thrives and fundamental rights are upheld. Such partnerships are essential to building a resilient system that protects human dignity and upholds the rule of law.”
In…
The Judicial Service Commission emerged as 1st runners-up under the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) Cash Basis of Reporting category at the prestigious 2024 Financial Reporting (FiRe) Awards held last evening. This recognition highlights JSC’s commitment to excellence in financial reporting, sound corporate governance practices, and dedication to sustainable and environmental reporting. The FiRe Awards aim to promote integrated reporting by enhancing accountability, transparency, and integrity among private and public sector entities. The 2024 edition attracted an impressive 1,020…
The Judicial Service Commission, mandated to promote and safeguard the independence, accountability, and effective administration of justice, participated in the presentation of the State of the Judiciary and Administration of Justice Annual Report 2023-2024. The report detailed significant milestones in enhancing access to justice while outlining the challenges faced by the Judiciary in delivering timely and equitable justice to all Kenyans. Chief Justice Martha Koome emphasized the progress made, stating: “This State of the Judiciary and Administration of Justice…
Frequently asked questions
Any person. However, a complainant/petitioner may authorize any person including a legal representative to lodge the petition on their behalf.
Judge, Judicial Officer (Magistrates, Kadhis, Registrars), Judicial Staff (Judiciary & JSC), or a Court Station
Six (6) months. The Commission may extend the period depending on the circumstances and complexity of the complaint/petition.
The Commission shall upon receipt of the complaint/petition acknowledge receipt. The Commission shall upon consideration of the complaint/petition communicate the outcome to all the parties.
- The Petition may be dismissed or
- The Commission may forward the petition to the President to appoint a tribunal to inquire into the matter and make binding recommendations to the President.
- Complaint may be dismissed or
- Judicial officer or Judicial staff may be reprimanded, severely reprimanded, dismissed from judicial service or retired in public interest.
- The process of handling complaints/petition against judges, judicial officers and staff is confidential.
- The Commission shall not victimize any person for lodging a complaint/petition against a judge, judicial officer, or judicial staff.
- The Commission allows the filing of anonymous complaints/petitions.
- Any complainant /petitioner who is apprehensive of being victimized my seek protection from the relevant government agencies.
- Complainants/petitioners are discouraged from lodging malicious, frivolous, vexatious and untruthful allegations against judges, judicial officers, and judicial staff
A complainant/petitioner who is dissatisfied with the decision of the Commission upon hearing and final determination has no right of appeal.