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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…
The JSC today convened a Stakeholder Engagement Forum on the Recruitment and Selection of the Chief Kadhi of the Republic of Kenya. The forum brought together representatives from the Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM), the Muslims Professional League Africa, the Kenya Muslims National Advisory Council (KEMNAC), Jamia Mosque, the Association of Muslim Lawyers, and academia, among others. Participants shared their expectations for the next Chief Kadhi, a constitutional office that sits at the intersection of faith, justice,…
Interview Schedule: Shortlisted Candidates for Senior Legal Researcher & Legal Researcher Positions
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Africa cannot remain merely the subject of international justice. Africa must help shape international justice. With the majority of ICC cases involving African situations and communities, Kenya is proud to present a jurist of Justice Njoki’s calibre — one whose career has consistently been defined by courage, intellect, and commitment to justice spanning over three decades. Kenya presents not simply a candidate with technical legal competence, but a jurist shaped by Africa’s constitutional struggles, democratic transitions, human rights…