Also known as: LSK President Charles Kanjama · Law Society of Kenya president Charles Kanjama · Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama · President Charles Kanjama
President of the Law Society of Kenya leading a nationwide court boycott to protest judicial corruption and misconduct in July 2026.
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Capital News
… In a statement to members signed by LSK President Charles Kanjama, the society said the decision was reached after months of engagement with the Judiciary failed to produce meaningful progress on issues repeatedly raised by advocates. …
LSK Announces Nationwide Court Boycott Over Corruption, Delays in JudiciaryCapital News
… The LSK delegation, led by President Charles Kanjama, SC, alongside Vice President Teresia Wavinya and Council members Vivian Eyase and Effie Sheila Achieng, met Public Service Commission Chief Executive Officer Paul Famba in Nairobi. …
LSK Pushes For Better Pay, Greater Transparency In Hiring Of State Lawyers After Talks With PSCCitizen Digital
… LSK President Charles Kanjama, on his part, proposed the development of an independent annual rule of law report to assess Kenya's governance and accountability systems, saying it would help identify systemic weaknesses in the fight against corruption. …
EACC, LSK push for accountability, integrity in fresh anti-graft campaignCitizen Digital
LSK opposes calls to postpone Ol Kalou by-election over campaign irregularities By Joseph Muia July 13, 2026 09:40 (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 installatio …
LSK opposes calls to postpone Ol Kalou by-election over campaign irregularitiesThe Standard
… In a statement issued on Monday by LSK President Charles Kanjama, the society cited reports of voter bribery, misuse of public resources, political intimidation, inflammatory rhetoric and violence during the campaign period. …
Ol Kalou by-election: LSK raises concerns over alleged electoral malpracticeCitizen Digital
LSK leads nationwide protests over deaths of two advocates By Ben Kirui July 10, 2026 11:02 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Law Society of Kenya President Charles Kanjama among lawyers who gathered at Milim …
LSK leads nationwide protests over deaths of two advocatesThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeLSK members led by president Charles Kanjama marched along the streets of Nairobi to protest against the death of advocates Edward Kariuki and Esther Wairimu on Friday July 10, 2026. …
Lawyers demand speedy probe into colleagues' killingsCitizen Digital
… Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Charles Kanjama said: “Police play a major role in election management. …
DCJ Mwilu warns IEBC against bias ahead of 2027 General ElectionCapital News
… LSK President Charles Kanjama said the team should comprise the Directorate of Criminal Investigations and other relevant agencies to establish the circumstances surrounding her death, identify those responsible, and determine whether others may have orchestrated the crime. …
LSK demands multi-agency probe into the death of KFS ManagerCitizen Digital
LSK demands probe on death of advocates, announce nationwide protest on Friday By Moses Kinyanjui July 08, 2026 01:55 (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 installa …
LSK demands probe on death of advocates, announce nationwide protest on FridayThe High Court has issued interim orders suspending the Law Society of Kenya's nationwide boycott against Chief Justice Martha Koome, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu, and other judges and judicial officers over allegations of gross misconduct and corruption. The court barred LSK from disrupting court proceedings pending the hearing and determination of the case.
3 August 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has issued interim orders suspending the Law Society of Kenya's nationwide boycott against Chief Justice Martha Koome, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu, and other judges and judicial officers over allegations of gross misconduct and corruption. The court barred LSK from disrupting court proceedings pending the hearing and determination of the case.
3 August 2026 · The Standard →
Justice David Mburu declined an application to suspend the Law Society of Kenya's targeted boycott against Chief Justice Martha Koome, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu and other judicial officers, deferring the matter to August 3, 2026 after a meeting between the JSC and LSK leadership began to attempt resolution.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Law Society of Kenya is defending its targeted boycott of selected judges and judicial officers, saying it will continue until the Judicial Service Commission addresses concerns about corruption, misconduct, and delays in handling complaints. LSK President Charles Kanjama said the action is intended to protect the long-term interests of litigants, lawyers, judges and the justice system, despite acknowledging concerns about impact on access to justice.
31 July 2026 · The Standard →
Advocate Dr. Adrian Kamotho has filed an urgent petition in the High Court seeking to suspend the Law Society of Kenya's targeted boycott of selected judges and judicial officers, arguing the move threatens access to justice and constitutional rights to fair hearing.
27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A city lawyer has filed a High Court petition seeking conservatory orders to suspend the Law Society of Kenya's targeted boycott of judges and judicial officers, arguing the action is unconstitutional, undermines judicial independence, and denies litigants access to justice.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
Inspector-General Douglas Kanja appeared in the High Court in Nairobi over the contested privatisation of Gatoto Community Primary School in Mukuru kwa Njenga, after being summoned by Justice Gregory Mutai to explain alleged failure to comply with court orders from June 25 directing the Ministry of Education to register the school as a private, non-profit APBET institution. Petitioners argue State agencies have not enforced the orders and allege lawyers faced hostility; respondents contend the school has operated as public since the 1990s and mid-year transfer would disrupt learning.
24 July 2026 · Capital News →
Inspector General Douglas Kanja told the High Court on Friday he only became aware of orders directing the restoration of Gatoto Community Primary School to its management on Thursday, pledging the National Police Service would comply. The school's Board of Management had filed contempt of court proceedings accusing senior government and police officials of deliberately disobeying restoration orders.
24 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Commonwealth Lawyers Association has backed the Law Society of Kenya's position in its standoff with the Judiciary, affirming the Society's right to hold the Judiciary accountable while urging dialogue and adherence to the rule of law. The dispute centers on LSK's court boycott over judicial accountability concerns, with the LSK accusing judges of penalizing lawyers and the Judges Welfare Association arguing the boycott undermines access to justice.
22 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya Judges Welfare Association has urged the Law Society of Kenya to end its targeted boycott of selected courts, warning it undermines the rule of law and disrupts access to justice. The LSK has accused some judges of penalising advocates who honoured a nationwide court boycott, and says it will intensify its indefinite boycott of selected judges and magistrates while pursuing further action.
22 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Law Society of Kenya has accused some judges and judicial officers of penalising advocates with case dismissals and adjournment fees despite the Society's nationwide court boycott, and warned it will escalate targeted action against those it says interfered with lawyers' constitutional rights.
22 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Law Society of Kenya has reaffirmed its nationwide boycott of court proceedings, with President Charles Kanjama urging advocates to stay away from courts to mount pressure for greater accountability within the Judiciary. The LSK Council and Senior Counsel Bar are scheduled to meet the Judicial Service Commission on July 31 to discuss the concerns behind the protest.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Martin Kinyua Mutegi, a Senior Principal Magistrate, and Julius Irungu, a Principal Probation Officer, both attached to Kangema Law Courts, were arrested by the EACC on Tuesday evening for allegedly soliciting and receiving Sh150,000 from a litigant in exchange for influencing a criminal case outcome through a favourable probation recommendation.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Law Society of Kenya on July 22 effected a nationwide boycott of court proceedings to protest corruption, delays in justice administration, and lack of accountability in the Judiciary. LSK President Charles Kanjama said some judges proceeded with scheduled matters despite notice, and the Society reported advocates faced case dismissals and adjournment fees for the boycott.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Law Society of Kenya will boycott courts on July 22 as industrial action to tackle corruption and improve accountability in the Judiciary, with LSK President Charles Kanjama saying existing systems have failed to address corruption and misconduct among judicial officers.
21 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Magistrates and Judges Association has urged the Law Society of Kenya to reconsider its planned indefinite targeted boycott of court proceedings, set to begin Thursday over allegations of judicial misconduct and inefficiencies, warning that the action would primarily harm ordinary litigants seeking justice.
21 July 2026 · The Standard →
High Court Judge Gregory Mutai has ordered the Inspector General of Police, Deputy Inspector General, and Principal Secretary for Basic Education to personally appear before court to explain delayed implementation of orders directing transfer of Gatoto Comprehensive School's management. The petitioners, represented by Law Society of Kenya President Charles Kanjama and senior counsel Martha Karua, reported encountering hostility while serving court orders, including vandalism of vehicles.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Judiciary has rejected the Law Society of Kenya's planned nationwide boycott of court proceedings on Wednesday, stating that all courts will remain open and continue hearing cases as scheduled. The Judiciary said the boycott would primarily harm litigants and urged advocates to resolve grievances through dialogue.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi claims High Court and Court of Appeal judges spend an average of just 54 days a year in court, citing judicial recesses, annual leave, and official travel as constraints. His remarks come as lawyers prepare a nationwide boycott over court delays and alleged inefficiencies, and contrast with the Judiciary's reported 104 per cent case clearance rate for 2024/25.
20 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Judiciary has dismissed the Law Society of Kenya's planned nationwide boycott of court proceedings on July 22, 2026, insisting that all courts will remain open and operate normally, and arguing that the boycott is neither appropriate nor proportionate and would disadvantage litigants.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Law Society of Kenya has announced a nationwide boycott of court services on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, to protest failures in the administration of justice and push for institutional reforms. Advocates will refrain from participating in court hearings and applications, though case filings and certain court mentions will continue.
18 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Law Society of Kenya has called for a nationwide boycott of court proceedings on Wednesday, July 22, citing persistent concerns over corruption, case backlogs, and weak accountability within the judiciary. The LSK also resolved to launch an indefinite targeted boycott of courts presided over by judges who have obtained court orders barring the Judicial Service Commission or the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission from investigating complaints against them.
18 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Law Society of Kenya has launched a push for improved welfare and greater transparency in the recruitment of government lawyers following talks with the Public Service Commission. The LSK is seeking non-practising allowances for public service and in-house lawyers and proposes to observe PSC recruitment interviews for legal positions to enhance transparency and professional standards.
15 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and Law Society of Kenya have renewed calls for greater accountability, stronger institutions and citizen participation in the fight against corruption during African Anti-Corruption Day commemorations. EACC Chairperson David Oginde said the commission is increasingly focusing on preventing corruption before it occurs rather than solely prosecuting offenders.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Law Society of Kenya has opposed calls to postpone the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election over alleged campaign irregularities, arguing that voters should not be punished for candidates' misconduct. LSK President Charles Kanjama said the IEBC and enforcement agencies should investigate and prosecute offenders under existing electoral laws rather than deny voters their constitutional right to elect a representative.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Law Society of Kenya has raised concerns over alleged widespread electoral malpractice in the forthcoming Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, citing reports of voter bribery, misuse of public resources, political intimidation, and violence during the campaign period. The society urged the IEBC to exercise its constitutional mandate independently and reminded political actors that electoral offences are criminal acts undermining constitutional governance.
13 July 2026 · The Standard →
Lawyers across Kenya took to the streets to protest the killings of advocates Edward Kariuki Muthee and Esther Wairimu Kiage, demanding enhanced security for the legal profession and urging authorities to expedite investigations and hold those responsible accountable.
10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lawyers across Kenya held a nationwide Purple Ribbon March on Friday calling for prompt, independent and transparent investigations into the recent deaths of advocates Edward Kariuki Muthee and Esther Wairimu Keige, found dead in Athi River and Juja respectively. The legal fraternity says the killings pose a threat to the rule of law and access to justice.
10 July 2026 · The Standard →
Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu has warned the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission against bias and lack of professionalism in the build-up to the 2027 General Election, saying the credibility of the election relies on the conduct of the electoral body. IEBC Chair Erastus Edung Ethekon promised to deliver a reputable electoral process before, during, and after the 2027 polls.
9 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Law Society of Kenya has called for a high-level, multi-agency investigative team comprising the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to investigate the death of Kenya Forest Service Legal Services Manager Esther Wairimu Keige, determine the circumstances, and identify those responsible. LSK President Charles Kanjama also demanded a comprehensive forensic audit of all disputed land acquisition, leasing, and alienation matters handled over the past 12 months to establish whether her death was connected to her official duties.
8 July 2026 · Capital News →
The Law Society of Kenya has demanded immediate investigations into the deaths of two advocates, Esther Wairimu Keige and Edward Kariuki Muthee, who were found dead after going missing. LSK President Charles Kanjama called for a multi-agency investigative team and announced a nationwide protest on Friday.
8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →