Tag Archives: Judiciary
Judiciary to Host First-Ever Judges Book Fair in Nairobi on Friday
May 07, 2026 at 07:35 PM
By Nyang’au Araka The Kenya Judiciary Academy will hold the inaugural Judges Book Fair 2026 on Friday the 8th. The event is aimed at showcasing scholarly and creative works authored by judges, magistrates, and judicial staff. The fair will be at the Kenya National Library Service Building in Upper Hill, Nairobi, from 8am to 6pm. […]
Why Kenyan Courts Should Exercise Caution before Striking Out Al-Assisted Pleadings
Apr 30, 2026 at 01:21 PM
By Mwamu James Aggrey The Judiciary is a constitutional organ established by the people of Kenya to interpret ,apply and uphold the Law in a manner that is fair ,impartial and consistent with Constitutional values.The Judiciary by acting independently and administering justice without fear or favour does so on behalf of the people of Kenya […]
Court Nullifies AI-Generated Pleadings in Landmark Ruling
Apr 18, 2026 at 05:41 PM
By Mandere Onyinkwa A High Court recently set aside a judgment delivered on December 23, 2025, after it emerged that pleadings in the case had been generated using artificial intelligence, raising fresh questions about the role of technology in the country’s legal system. In the ruling delivered at the Milimani High Court in Nairobi, the […]
Judiciary Defends Court Ruling in Tuju Property Dispute
Mar 18, 2026 at 12:47 PM
By KPC Reporter The Judiciary of Kenya has defended a recent High Court ruling in a high-profile property dispute involving former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju and Dari Limited. In the statement released Wednesday, the Judiciary said it was responding to “public interest and commentary” following the March 9, 2026 ruling in a case pitting Dari […]
Court of Appeal Upholds Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, Strikes Out Two Sections
Mar 07, 2026 at 01:57 PM
By Ongaga Ongaga The Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act is largely constitutional, the Court of Appeal of Kenya has ruled, dismissing most claims challenging the law. In a judgment delivered by Justices Patrick Kiage, Aggrey Muchelule and Weldon Korir, the appellate court rejected arguments that the law violated constitutional rights. The judges dismissed claims of […]
Judiciary Statement on Dorothy Muoma Sparks Confusion
Feb 19, 2026 at 02:11 PM
By KPC Reporter The passing of one Dorothy Nasimiyu Muoma on February 3, 2026, has become the subject of public debate after the Judiciary of Kenya issued a ‘clarification’ distancing itself from her professional legacy. While family and colleagues recall her resilience and achievements, the official statement has left many Kenyans unsettled. The family had […]
Chief Justice Koome Unveils Annual Justice Report, Calls for Deeper Reforms
Nov 11, 2025 at 07:12 AM
By Janet Nyamwamu Chief Justice Martha Koome has launched the 2024/2025 Annual Report on the Administration of Justice in Kenya, highlighting progress and ongoing challenges in the country’s justice system. The report provides an in-depth review of institutional performance, transparency, and collaboration, with a renewed call for reforms that place citizens at the centre of […]
Court Acquits 12 Accused in Mall Corruption Case Over Lack of Evidence
Jun 08, 2025 at 06:37 PM
By Janet Nyamwamu KISUMU, June 8, 2025 A Kisumu court has acquitted all 12 accused in the long-running anti-corruption case involving the Lake Basin Development Authority (LBDA) retail mall project, citing insufficient evidence and inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case. Principal Magistrate Celesa Okore delivered the ruling on June 3, 2025, effectively closing Anti-Corruption Case No. […]
Speaker Wetang’ula Warns Judiciary Against ‘Injuncting’ Parliament’s Mandate
May 29, 2025 at 05:23 PM
By KPC Reporter National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has issued a stern warning against what he described as judicial overreach, declaring that Parliament “cannot and will not” be barred from fulfilling its constitutional duties. The Speaker’s remarks came on the Wednesday afternoon session, in response to concerns raised by Minority Leader Junet Mohamed (Suna East) […]
Judiciary Calls for Probe Into Ahmednasir Over Attacks on Supreme Court Judges
May 27, 2025 at 07:51 PM
By Nyakundi Bw’Otwere The Judiciary has officially called for investigations into Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi over his continued public attacks targeting judges of the Supreme Court On Tuesday, Judiciary spokesperson Paul Ndemo confirmed that a formal request had been submitted to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to initiate investigations into Abdullahi’s conduct. The move […]