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The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) and the Judiciary took the FY 2027/28 budget public participation exercise to Kajiado County, giving stakeholders an opportunity to contribute to the priorities that will inform the upcoming budget.
During the engagement, the Commission gave an account of how resources previously allocated to the JSC have been utilised, highlighted outstanding priority areas, and outlined the interventions requiring further resourcing to enable it to effectively discharge its constitutional mandate.
Stakeholders, including members of the public, court…
"While this exercise is undertaken in fulfilment of a constitutional mandate, we do not convene merely to tick a legal or procedural box. Guided by our commitment to people-centred justice, we regard these consultative forums as an important opportunity to listen, engage and learn. The feedback and perspectives we receive inform the justice solutions we develop and the improvements we make in the administration of justice. We recognise that justice can only truly serve its purpose when it is responsive…
Staff voices took centre stage during an engagement at the Lamu Law Courts, where officers shared their experiences, raised issues affecting their work and proposed practical solutions to strengthen the administration of justice and improve staff welfare.
The Registrar of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), Hon. Robert Kibor, led the JSC team in the staff-led dialogue, which provided an open forum for candid conversations on the working environment, service delivery and measures to better support court staff.
The engagement underscored…
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) today commenced public participation on the proposed budget for the Financial Year 2027/2028 and the Medium-Term in Lamu County.
Representatives from Court Users Committees, youth, women, persons with disabilities, the clergy, children, the County Government and other stakeholders presented their priority justice needs and shared perspectives on how resources can be better aligned with the needs of the people.
The engagement provided an important opportunity for Kenyans to contribute to the priorities that inform the…
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) is engaging with stakeholders at the fourth edition of the Employment and Labour Relations Annual Symposium and Exhibition (ELRASE IV), which commenced today at Strathmore University.
The forum is being held under the theme, “Labour Migration and Access to Justice: Strengthening Judicial Responses for Inclusive and Effective Labour Justice Systems.”
Through its exhibition, the Commission is sensitising stakeholders on the mandate and functions of the JSC, while deepening public understanding of its role in promoting…
The Chief Justice and Chairperson of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), Hon. Justice Martha Koome, has presided over the swearing-in of Hon. Robert Kibet Kibor as Registrar of the Judicial Service Commission.
The Oath of Office was administered by the Chief Registrar of the Judiciary and Secretary to the Commission, Hon. Winfridah Mokaya, during a ceremony attended by members and staff of the Commission.
Congratulating Hon. Kibor on his appointment, the Chief Justice underscored the critical role of the JSC…
The Judicial Service Commission participated in the Law Society of Kenya Annual Conference 2026, themed "Business Unusual: Legal Practice in the Era of Artificial Intelligence," with sub-themes on Electoral Justice in Kenya and Alternative or Appropriate Dispute Resolution.
The Commission's participation was anchored on an exhibition stand aimed at strengthening engagement with one of its critical stakeholders. The exhibition provided an important platform to engage advocates on the Commission's constitutional mandate and functions, while highlighting the strides made in promoting…
Chief Justice and JSC Chairperson, Justice Martha Koome, led a consultative meeting with the Bungoma County Court Users Committee (CUC) and the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) Bungoma Chapter, led by Chairperson Daisy Wakoli.
Stakeholders welcomed the establishment of the Court of Appeal Bench in Kakamega, describing it as a significant milestone that has improved access to justice and strengthened the administration of justice across the region. The meeting highlighted key priorities for improving service delivery, including the establishment of…
The Chief Justice and Chairperson of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC), Justice Martha Koome, led a consultative meeting with the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) Kakamega Chapter, reaffirming the Commission's commitment to strengthening the administration of justice and improving service delivery in the region.
The meeting was attended by JSC Vice Chairperson Isaac Rutto, JSC Commissioner Jacqueline Ingutiah, JSC Secretary Winfridah Mokaya, and members of the Judiciary leadership. The LSK Kakamega Chapter was represented by its Chairperson, Innocent Ondieki, alongside…
The Chairman of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), Bomet Chapter, Rogers Mugumya, expressed confidence that the concerns raised by the Society will be resolved. He particularly welcomed the Judicial Service Commission’s assurance to Judiciary personnel, quoting the Commission’s statement: “To all Judges, Judicial Officers and members of staff, we urge you to continue serving with courage, professionalism and courtesy, guided by your Oath of Office and the Constitution. The Commission will stand by every Judge, Judicial Officer…
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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
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- 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
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- The Commission allows the filing of anonymous complaints/petitions.
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