Also known as: Court of Appeal in Malindi
Judicial appellate body in Kenya that hears appeals from lower courts and reviews constitutional matters.
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… The proposal comes after years of turmoil over Ruto's earlier funding reforms, which triggered student protests, a High Court suspension in 2024 and a Court of Appeal reversal in 2025. …
Ruto says public university students to get full government fundingCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya, July 20 – Senior Counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi has reignited debate over Kenya’s justice system by claiming High Court and Court of Appeal judges spend an average of just 54 days a year in court. …
Ahmednasir claims judges sit just 54 days a year as Judiciary faces fresh scrutinyThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeBuxton Point Apartments in Mombasa County that stand on a disputed piece of land claimed by tycoon Abdullahi Gele. [Joackim Bwana, Standard] The Court of Appeal has dismissed an application seeking to have Mombasa tycoon Suleiman Shahbal jailed over contempt of c …
Court dismisses contempt case against tycoon Suleiman ShahbalCapital News
… After the High Court dismissed the petition, and the Court of Appeal upheld that decision, the matter proceeded to the Supreme Court. …
Supreme Court Upholds Kenya-Japan Tax Waivers, Dismisses AppealCapital News
… Milimo further submitted that the issues raised in the petition are already before the Court of Appeal in six separate cases, including the question of whether the Speakers of Parliament can simultaneously hold political party positions or other public offices. …
Wetang’ula, Kingi Fight Bid to Bar Them From Political ActivitiesCapital News
… Milimo further submitted that the issues raised in the petition are already before the Court of Appeal in six separate cases, including the question of whether the Speakers of Parliament can simultaneously hold political party positions or other public offices. …
Wetang’ula, Kingi Fight Bid to Bar Them From Political ActivitiesCitizen Digital
… Milimo further argued that the issues raised in the petition are already the subject of six pending appeals before the Court of Appeal, including questions on whether the Speakers of Parliament can simultaneously hold other public offices. …
Speakers Wetangula, Amason Kingi oppose bid to block them from political activitiesCitizen Digital
… Milimo further argued that the issues raised in the petition are already the subject of six pending appeals before the Court of Appeal, including questions on whether the Speakers of Parliament can simultaneously hold other public offices. …
Speakers Wetangula, Amason Kingi oppose bid to block them from political activitiesThe Standard
… Thankfully, a few judicial officers apologise for late delivery of some decisions, we have seen it both at the High Court and the Court of Appeal. …
Judiciary must make its e-filing portal reliable to reduce delaysCitizen Digital
… Photo: DCI Audio By Vocalize Court of Appeal Judge Justice Aggrey Muchelule is among six people who have recorded statements with detectives investigating the mysterious disappearance of his firearm, which was later recovered from a suspect linked to the high-profile Chaiiwala Ca …
Judge Muchelule records statement as police probe missing gun used in Westlands robberyAuditor-General Nancy Gathungu has moved to the Court of Appeal seeking to halt proceedings in Okiya Omtatah's Sh7 trillion public debt case.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
Auditor-General Nancy Gathungu has moved to the Court of Appeal seeking to halt proceedings in Okiya Omtatah's Sh7 trillion public debt case.
12 September 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has stayed proceedings in a petition by the Katiba Institute challenging the 2022 appointment of 51 Principal Secretaries for allegedly violating the two-thirds gender rule, citing an unresolved jurisdictional dispute with the Employment and Labour Relations Court. The petition argued that the nominees—39 men and 12 women—breached constitutional requirements for gender balance in appointive bodies.
11 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Council of Legal Education has introduced new regulatory frameworks that end an 18-year monopoly by the Kenya School of Law on advocates training, allowing qualified public and private universities to apply for licensing to offer the Advocates Training Programme.
10 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Duncan Ojwang Oburu has taken charge of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) for a six-year term following appointment by President William Ruto and approval by the National Assembly. He replaces Justice Ahmed Issack Hassan, who relinquished the position in February 2026 after his appointment to the Court of Appeal.
10 September 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto has appointed Duncan Ojwang as Chairperson of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) for a six-year term. IPOA is mandated to provide civilian oversight of the National Police Service, including investigating complaints against police officers and monitoring policing operations.
1 September 2026 · Capital News →
President Ruto appointed Dr Duncan Oburu Ojwang as chairperson of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority for a six-year term effective August 31, 2026, replacing Justice Ahmed Issack Hassan. Ruto also appointed Wilson Sossion and Antonina Lentoijoni to the Teachers Service Commission for six years after parliamentary approval.
1 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Hospital Association has reconstituted The Nairobi Hospital's Board of Management following its August 25 Annual General Meeting, with Dr Barcley Onyambu re-elected as chairman. The new 11-member board includes Samson Mbuthia Kinyanjui as vice chairman and Dr Agnes Gachoki as chairperson of the Medical Advisory Committee.
29 August 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi Hospital has reconstituted its 11-member Board of Management with Dr Barcley Onyambu retained as chairman, ending months of boardroom disputes involving rival factions, court cases, and arrests of senior officials.
29 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's National Assembly has petitioned the Supreme Court to overturn a Court of Appeal decision that struck down Sections 22 and 23 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, which criminalise the publication and dissemination of false information. The State argues the provisions include safeguards to protect legitimate expression, opinions, satire, and honest mistakes, and are aimed only at deliberate and knowing dissemination of false factual claims intended to cause harm or disorder.
27 August 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya's National Assembly has appealed to the Supreme Court seeking reinstatement of Sections 22 and 23 of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, which a lower court struck down as unconstitutional. Parliament argues the sections do not infringe freedom of expression as they target deliberate spread of false information rather than opinion, satire, or honest mistakes.
27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Incoming first-year students at public universities are experiencing confusion and anxiety about tuition payments due to information gaps surrounding the government's proposed Variable Scholarship and Loan Funding (VSLF) model, which promises up to 100 per cent financial support through scholarships, loans, and household contributions determined by a Means Testing Instrument. Students report a lack of clear communication from university administration about how the transition to the new framework will affect their admission and fee status.
27 August 2026 · The Standard →
The scheduled auction of former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju's 20-acre Entim Sidai property in Karen failed to take place after those who attended did not meet the requirements to participate as bidders, according to Garam Auctioneers.
25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A Mombasa chief magistrate has acquitted clinical officer Dias Juma Wabwile of raping a dialysis patient at Pandya Memorial Hospital, finding the prosecution failed to prove the case beyond reasonable doubt. The complainant died before the hearing and could not testify; the court ruled that although eight prosecution witnesses testified, none witnessed the alleged assault, and the prosecution lacked the strong independent evidence needed to establish the charges.
25 August 2026 · Capital News →
The Standard's opinion section examines the High Court conviction of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado and two others for the 2018 murder of Sharon Otieno, arguing that the prosecution's circumstantial evidence case raises questions about whether guilt was established beyond reasonable doubt or through logical inference, with no eyewitness or direct forensic evidence placing the accused at the scene.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua said his impeachment does not automatically bar him from seeking the presidency in 2027 and that he will pursue his legal challenges through the Court of Appeal and Supreme Court if necessary. Gachagua's stance underscores tension between his presidential ambitions and opposition parties' efforts to forge a united front against President William Ruto.
24 August 2026 · Capital News →
Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has called for a peaceful Linda Mwananchi tour of Meru County on August 30, welcoming the opposition outfit led by Senator Edwin Sifuna. Mwangaza, a recent joiner of the movement and endorsed of Sifuna for President, expects a successful visit.
22 August 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's Supreme Court has temporarily halted efforts to recover Ksh.1.5 billion in compensation paid for land occupied by Ruaraka High School and Drive-In Primary School, following an application by Huelands Limited and pending determination of a case challenging the Court of Appeal's July 2026 decision in the long-running dispute.
20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The National Assembly on Wednesday approved lawyer Duncan Ojwang Oburu as chairperson of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), with the Committee on Administration and Internal Security finding he meets all required qualifications including High Court judge eligibility and a law degree from a recognized university.
20 August 2026 · The Standard →
The Supreme Court has issued temporary orders stopping the recovery of Sh1.5 billion in compensation paid for land occupied by Ruaraka High School and Drive-In Primary School, pending the hearing of an application by Huelands Limited. The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission cannot proceed with recovery efforts or enforcement measures while the interim orders remain in effect.
20 August 2026 · The Standard →
Sri Lanka's government has proposed sweeping judicial reforms including increasing courthouses, creating new appeals courts outside the capital, raising judges' retirement age by two years, and recruiting additional justices and staff. The measures aim to address a backlog of about 1.1 million cases, though lawyers and opposition parties criticize them as threatening judicial independence.
18 August 2026 · The Standard →
Justice Gregory Mutai quashed a Sh709 million cost award by the Retirement Benefits Tribunal in a dispute over Sh7 billion pension payout, ruling that Standard Chartered Bank was not given a chance to be heard before the decision was made. The judge directed the tribunal to hear and determine the issue afresh before deciding whether the bank should shoulder the costs incurred by former employees.
18 August 2026 · The Standard →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appealed the High Court's June decision upholding his impeachment, arguing the court erred in finding his removal final despite finding constitutional violations in the process. Gachagua contends that the right to a fair hearing is an absolute constitutional guarantee that cannot be sacrificed for procedural timelines or political considerations.
17 August 2026 · Capital News →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appealed the High Court judgment that upheld his impeachment, arguing the court erred in law by finding the Senate's decision was final and beyond judicial review despite violations of his constitutional rights to fair hearing and fair administrative action.
17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Gachagua has moved to the Court of Appeal to challenge the High Court's impeachment verdict against him, arguing the judges gave an illogical, impracticable, or artificial verdict.
16 August 2026 · The Standard →
Afrison Export Import Limited and Huelands Limited, associated with businessman Francis Mburu, have appealed to the Supreme Court in a Sh3.2 billion land dispute with the government over Ruaraka property. The companies argue the Court of Appeal erred in finding that the government bought its own land.
13 August 2026 · The Standard →
The High Court has declined to strike out a case by Kirinyaga Senator Kamau Murango challenging the government's decision to allow duty-free rice imports, with Justice Edward Muriithi ruling that the case raises weighty questions about whether the policy balances food security interests against farmers' property rights and market profitability.
12 August 2026 · The Standard →
Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu's treason trial resumed Monday after a five-month pause over procedural matters; Lissu was detained in April 2025 and charged with treason, which carries a potential death penalty, while his party Chadema claims the case is being used to suppress legitimate political opposition.
10 August 2026 · The Standard →
Tana River Governor Dhadho Godhana has been endorsed by Coast delegates to become party leader and chairman of the Federal Party of Kenya (FPK), a move intended to strengthen the party's regional presence across the six Coast counties and reshape the political landscape ahead of the 2027 General Election.
9 August 2026 · The Standard →
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah has questioned what he describes as conflicting High Court interpretations of Kenya's constitutional election timeline. He revisited a 2018 petition arguing the 2022 election should have been held in August 2021 rather than August 2022, citing recent divergent Malindi High Court rulings on Article 136(2)(a).
8 August 2026 · Capital News →
The High Court declared that Kenya's next presidential election must be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, ruling that the Constitution requires the poll on the second Tuesday of August in the fifth year following the previous General Election, not August 10, 2027 as planned by the IEBC.
7 August 2026 · Capital News →