LSK raises alarm on rising GBV cases, calls for immediate action By Roy Ouma May 14, 2026 04:05 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter LSK President Charles Kanjama speaks during the installation of the Principal …
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Charles Kanjama
Also known as: LSK President Charles Kanjama · Law Society of Kenya president Charles Kanjama · Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama
Charles Kanjama — President of the Law Society of Kenya, elected February 2026 and sworn in March 2026.
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- May 2026
When Charles Kanjama took over the helm of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) a few weeks ago, expectations were high. …
Where is the Watchdog? LSK's New Sheriff Charles Kanjama Goes Quiet as Kenya BurnsWhen Charles Kanjama took over the helm of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) a few weeks ago, expectations were high. …
Where is LSK? New sheriff Charles Kanjama goes mute as Kenya burns… LSK president Charles Kanjama had not issued a statement at the time of publication. …
Women's rights groups rebuke Karen Nyamu over remarks involving minor… Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama welcomed the initiative, saying it will strengthen collaboration between the Judiciary and legal practitioners while improving access to judicial publications. …
CJ Koome Launches Inaugural Judges’ Book Fair in Nairobi to Boost Judicial ScholarshipLSK boss Kanjama faults Suluhu, Ruto deal to tame Gen-Z protests By Brian Kimani May 06, 2026 04:49 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter LSK President Charles Kanjama speaks during the installation of the Princi …
LSK boss Kanjama faults Suluhu, Ruto deal to tame Gen-Z protests… Law Society of Kenya president Charles Kanjama has stated plainly that a retired president retains political rights, and that the constitutionality of withdrawing pension on the basis of political activity has never been tested in court. …
Leave Uhuru alone and fix what is broken in Kenya… LSK President Charles Kanjama, however, says disputes must still be resolved within the framework of the law, regardless of the process. …
Row erupts over who qualifies to mediate disputes in KenyaNAIROBI, Kenya May 4 – President William Ruto has congratulated Charles Kanjama on his election as President of the Law Society of Kenya. …
Ruto: Kanjama ‘Up to the Task’ as New LSK PresidentNAIROBI, Kenya, May 4 — Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Charles Kanjama has raised concern over the conduct of court-annexed mediation processes, warning that matters with complex legal questions must remain under the oversight of Advocates of the High Court to safeguard the …
LSK Seeks Reforms as Kanjama Flags Irregularities in Court Mediation Process
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Law Society of Kenya condemns rising gender-based violence cases
The News
The Law Society of Kenya has raised concerns over rising cases of femicide and gender-based violence, citing a surge in intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and related deaths in recent months. The society condemned all acts of gender-based violence and called for immediate action.
Why it matters
Law Society of Kenya condemns surge in gender-based violence and femicide cases, highlighting critical public safety failure.
18 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Wednesday 13 May
Law Society of Kenya condemns rising gender-based violence cases
The Law Society of Kenya has raised concerns over rising cases of femicide and gender-based violence, citing a surge in intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and related deaths in recent months. The society condemned all acts of gender-based violence and called for immediate action.
18 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Sunday 10 May
LSK leadership criticized for reduced activism under new chief
Charles Kanjama, the new head of the Law Society of Kenya, has drawn criticism for being quieter than expected after taking office weeks ago, disappointing those who anticipated the legal body would continue its previous assertive role in defending civil liberties and confronting state power.
11 May 2026 · The Standard →
LSK leader Charles Kanjama criticized for silence during crisis
Charles Kanjama, the newly elected president of the Law Society of Kenya, has faced criticism for remaining silent and inactive on constitutional issues and police accountability matters, despite expectations that he would continue his predecessor's assertive interventionist approach in defending civil liberties and responding to high-profile legal cases.
11 May 2026 · The Standard →
Friday 8 May
Women's rights groups condemn Karen Nyamu Senate remarks involving minor
Women's rights and governance organisations including FIDA-Kenya and the National Gender and Equality Commission have condemned remarks made by nominated Senator Karen Nyamu on the Senate floor involving a minor present during Thursday's plenary session, calling the conduct inappropriate and demeaning to the child's dignity.
9 May 2026 · The Standard →
Thursday 7 May
Chief Justice Koome launches inaugural Judges' Book Fair
The Judiciary launched its inaugural Judges' Book Fair in Nairobi at the Kenya National Library Services, with Chief Justice Martha Koome emphasizing the initiative's role in strengthening legal scholarship, research, and knowledge sharing. The event aligns with the Judiciary's Social Transformation through Access to Justice blueprint and brings together judges, judicial officers, legal scholars, and members of the legal fraternity to showcase intellectual work.
8 May 2026 · Capital News →
Tuesday 5 May
LSK president criticizes regional plan to suppress Gen-Z protests
Law Society of Kenya President Charles Kanjama has raised concern over Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan's remarks during a joint address with President William Ruto, in which she suggested coordinated regional action to discipline youth-led civic action and called for Gen Z agitation to be "tamed."
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Editorial: Senator's motion to strip Uhuru pension raises constitutional doubts
A Standard editorial argues that Senator Samson Cherarkey's motion to strip retired President Uhuru Kenyatta of his pension, citing political activity, overlooks the constitutional right to political participation guaranteed under Article 38. The Law Society of Kenya president has stated that the constitutionality of such pension withdrawal has never been tested in court.
6 May 2026 · The Standard →
Monday 4 May
Dispute over mediator qualifications intensifies in Kenya
The Law Society of Kenya wants to limit mediation to High Court advocates, while the Association of Certified Mediators argues mediation should remain open to professionals from diverse fields who need only a university degree. The Association contends that mediation complements litigation and that certain disputes benefit from non-legal expertise.
5 May 2026 · The Standard →
Sunday 3 May
Ruto congratulates Kanjama as new Law Society president
President William Ruto congratulated Charles Kanjama on his election as President of the Law Society of Kenya, describing him as a capable leader and expressing confidence in his ability to lead the legal fraternity. Kanjama was elected with 3,728 votes in February 2026 and sworn in on March 27.
4 May 2026 · Capital News →
LSK President flags irregularities in court-annexed mediation process
Law Society of Kenya President Charles Kanjama has raised concerns over the conduct of court-annexed mediation processes, warning that complex legal matters must remain under the oversight of Advocates of the High Court to safeguard the integrity of justice. Kanjama cited instances where mediations have proceeded without lawyers present despite party representation, mediators stepping into roles reserved for legal counsel, and non-advocate mediators allegedly soliciting clients or imposing fees.
4 May 2026 · Capital News →