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Francis Awino

Rights activist who files High Court petitions challenging government and corporate decisions on transparency, procurement, environmental protection, and public participation.

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July 2026
7 JulThe Standard
… We will be implanting chips among us so that in the event that you kidnap or you take one of us, there will be geolocation,” said Francis Awino. …
Tension over planned Saba Saba street demos
7 JulThe Standard
… Francis Awino, national convenor of Mtetezi, a grassroots economic justice movement, presented the petition on behalf of the coalition under Article 119 of the Constitution, which allows any person to petition Parliament on matters within its mandate. …
Activists petition Parliament to investigate extrajudicial killings, abductions
5 JulThe Standard
… Francis Awino, National Convenor of Mtetezi, Grassroots Economic Justice Movement, addressed the notice to the Inspector General, the Nairobi Regional Police Commander, the Officer Commanding Police Division, Central, and the Officer Commanding Station, Central Police Station.Acc …
'Peaceful, orderly and unarmed': activists plan Saba Saba march
2 JulCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya Jul 2 – The High Court has consolidated two constitutional petitions contesting the legality and transparency of Kenya’s fuel pricing framework, including a case filed by activist Francis Awino and another by the Law Society of Kenya (LSK). …
High Court Consolidates Petitions Challenging Kenya Fuel Prices
June 2026
30 JunCitizen Digital
… The petition was filed by activist Francis Awino, who is challenging plans to construct an airstrip, golf course, State Lodge, bypass and other developments, claiming the projects threaten the environment and could lead to the destruction of protected forest land. …
AG seeks dismissal of Meru Airstrip petition, says case lacks evidence
23 JunCitizen Digital
… Open your businesses; we will provide security.” However, Activist Francis Awino said organizers had already notified police of the planned demonstrations in accordance with the law and urged security agencies to facilitate peaceful protests rather than frustrate them. …
Activists insist June 25 protest to go ahead despite police warning
23 JunThe Standard
… Led by Francis Awino, convener of Mtetezi, said organisers had complied with legal requirements by notifying police, urging authorities to facilitate peaceful demonstrations rather than restrict them. …
Follow the Constitution,' activists tell govt ahead of Gen Z anniversary
11 JunCitizen Digital
… The petition was filed by Francis Awino, who is seeking to stop any planned developments within Imenti Forest amid concerns that sections of the forest could be earmarked for projects reportedly including an airstrip, a golf course and a State Lodge. …
Court bars State from altering Imenti Forest pending petition on airstrip, golf course plan
9 JunCitizen Digital
… The petition was filed by Francis Awino against several government agencies and officials, including the Ministry of Health, the National Treasury, the Social Health Authority, the Digital Health Authority, the Public Service Commission and the Teachers Service Commission. …
Petition on SHA legality transferred to Milimani court Human Rights Division
9 JunCapital News
… The case, filed by petitioner Francis Awino, seeks urgent conservatory orders barring government agencies and any other parties from carrying out activities that may alter the forest pending the hearing and determination of the matter. …
Petition Filed to Block Airstrip and State Lodge Projects in Imenti Forest

Politics

Court certifies urgent petition on Dangote Lamu refinery secrecy

The News

The High Court has certified as urgent a petition by activist Francis Awino seeking disclosure of key agreements and public commitments surrounding the Sh2.2 trillion Dangote oil refinery in Lamu, with Justice David Mburu ordering the case be heard on a priority basis. Awino has accused the Government of secrecy over its deal with a Nigerian tycoon and failure to disclose key agreements, financing arrangements and regulatory approvals.

8 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 8 October

Court certifies urgent petition on Dangote Lamu refinery secrecy
The High Court has certified as urgent a petition by activist Francis Awino seeking disclosure of key agreements and public commitments surrounding the Sh2.2 trillion Dangote oil refinery in Lamu, with Justice David Mburu ordering the case be heard on a priority basis. Awino has accused the Government of secrecy over its deal with a Nigerian tycoon and failure to disclose key agreements, financing arrangements and regulatory approvals.
8 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 25 September

Activist petitions High Court over Kenya Power procurement tender
An activist has filed a High Court petition seeking an independent investigation into Kenya Power Tender No. KP1/9A.2/OT/001/PJT/25-26 for vegetation management labour and transport services, questioning whether the procurement process complied with legal and constitutional requirements. The tender attracted 346 submissions, and the Evaluation Committee recommended 91 bidders for contracts.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Missing activist Muteti Mulinge found alive in Lukenya, injured
Activist Boniface Muteti Mulinge, missing since his alleged arrest during a Nairobi protest on September 21, was found alive and injured in Lukenya, Machakos County, early Friday after being allegedly dumped there. He had walked to a Shell petrol station for help and was hospitalized for medical attention.
25 September 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 24 September

Petition filed to produce missing activist Mulinge Muteti
A petition has been filed at Milimani Law Courts seeking to compel the Inspector General of Police and Director of Criminal Investigations to account for activist Boniface Mulinge Muteti, who is reported missing after alleged arrest during protests on September 21, 2026 in Nairobi.
24 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 23 September

KPA boss given 14 days to respond to term expiry petition
High Court Judge Jairus Naga has given Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director Capt. William Kipkemboi Ruto 14 days to respond to a petition by Francis Awino challenging his continued stay in office, which the petitioner claims expired on March 9, 2026.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Petitioner seeks court orders for IEBC electoral protocols disclosure
Francis Awino has filed a court petition seeking to compel the IEBC to disclose key information and operational protocols ahead of the 2027 General Election, including polling station locations, the national tallying centre, and voter identification procedures. The petitioner is also requesting interim orders restraining the IEBC from implementing undisclosed or materially revised protocols.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Court orders KPA boss to respond to tenure challenge in 14 days
A High Court judge has given Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director Capt. William Kipkemboi Ruto 14 days to respond to a petition challenging the legality of his continued tenure, with the petitioner arguing his three-year term expired on March 9, 2026, and seeking his suspension and salary cessation pending resolution.
23 September 2026 · Capital News →
Petitioner takes IEBC to court over 2027 election secrecy
Francis Awino has filed a court petition seeking to compel the IEBC to disclose key details of its 2027 General Election preparations, including locations of polling stations and tallying centres, voter identification procedures, and management protocols for a proposed national tallying centre.
23 September 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 17 September

High Court certifies urgent petition on KPA boss tenure
The High Court has certified as urgent a petition challenging KPA Managing Director Capt William Kipkemboi Ruto's continued stay in office, with the petitioner claiming his three-year term expired in March 2026. The court has directed respondents to file their responses within seven days, with the matter set for directions on September 23, 2026.
17 September 2026 · Capital News →
High Court petition challenges KPA MD's continued stay in office
A petition has been filed at the High Court challenging the continued tenure of Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director Capt. William Kipkemboi Ruto, whose three-year term that commenced on March 10, 2023, expired on March 9, 2026. The petitioner is seeking conservatory orders suspending Ruto from exercising his powers pending the hearing and determination of the case.
17 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
High Court orders Nairobi County respond to CBD works petition
The High Court has directed the Nairobi County Government to respond within 14 days to a petition by human rights activist Francis Awino challenging cabro paving, pedestrian walkway and non-motorised transport works in the CBD over alleged breaches of constitutional and statutory requirements for public participation, procurement and accountability.
17 September 2026 · Capital News →

Wednesday 2 September

Court halts Engineers Board nomination process pending hearing
The High Court has temporarily suspended the nomination process for members of the Engineers Board of Kenya after petitioner Francis Awino challenged its legality. Justice Gregory Mutai issued conservatory orders stopping the Institution of Engineers of Kenya and the Roads and Transport Cabinet Secretary from proceeding with nominations pending an inter partes hearing.
2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 1 September

Activist sues Parliament to disclose MPs' voting records
Rights activist Francis Awino has filed a case in Milimani High Court seeking orders to compel Parliament to make MPs' voting, attendance and other legislative records publicly accessible to Kenyans, including on crucial legislation like the Finance Bill.
1 September 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 31 August

High Court refuses urgent hearing for Finance Bill 2026 vote records case
A High Court judge declined to hear as urgent a case seeking records of how Members of Parliament voted on the Finance Bill 2026, instead directing that the main case be fast-tracked. Francis Awino filed the case asking Parliament to preserve and provide official records showing which lawmakers were present and how they participated in crucial votes, including attendance registers, voting records, and Hansard.
31 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Activist petitions court to compel Parliament disclosure of MPs' votes
Rights activist Francis Awino has filed a petition at Milimani High Court seeking orders to make MPs' voting, attendance and other legislative records publicly accessible, arguing that transparency and public scrutiny of final votes on consequential legislation are required under the Constitution and the Access to Information Act.
31 August 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 26 August

High Court orders Platinum Credit to preserve customer data
The High Court has ordered Platinum Credit Limited to preserve its customer and marketing records as it considers a case challenging how personal data is collected, used and handled by the digital lender. Justice Patricia Nyaundi Mande certified the case as urgent, requiring the company to keep records including customer agreements, consent documentation, communications, complaints, and data protection policies that could be important to the case.
26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 12 August

High Court to hear Lake Magadi mining petition in November
The High Court has directed that a petition challenging the possible resumption of mining operations at Lake Magadi be served on respondents for directions on November 18, 2026. The petition, filed by Francis Awino in the public interest on behalf of residents and affected host communities in Magadi, Kajiado County, challenges any resumption of mining operations by Tata Chemicals Magadi Limited pending determination of questions over legality, transparency, and compliance.
12 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 6 August

High Court directs Nairobi County response on CBD cabro paving case
The High Court has directed Nairobi County and other respondents to file responses within 21 days in a case challenging the legality of cabro paving and public works in Nairobi's Central Business District. Activist Francis Awino sought judicial review to halt the projects, arguing they violate legal procedures, with an inter partes hearing scheduled for September 17, 2026.
6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 30 July

High Court suspends Imenti State Lodge project pending petition hearing
Kenya's High Court has issued conservatory orders halting the Imenti State Lodge project pending determination of a constitutional petition. The petition, filed by activist Francis Awino and three others, challenges the project's legality and environmental impact, citing violations of constitutional safeguards on environmental protection, public participation, and fair administrative action.
30 July 2026 · Capital News →
High Court halts Imenti State Lodge project pending petition ruling
A High Court issued conservatory orders stopping the proposed Imenti State Lodge project in Meru pending determination of a constitutional petition filed by activist Francis Awino and three others. The court held that allowing the project to proceed could cause irreversible environmental harm and render the petitioners' case nugatory.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 28 July

High Court petition demands KURA disclose Ngong-Naivasha flyover records
Governance advocate Francis Awino has filed a constitutional petition compelling the Kenya Urban Roads Authority to disclose records relating to the Ngong Road–Naivasha Road Flyover project, arguing the public has a right to scrutinize a publicly funded initiative after KURA allegedly failed to respond to an information request submitted in June.
28 July 2026 · Capital News →

Monday 27 July

KURA sued for failing to disclose Ngong Road flyover project records
A constitutional petition has been filed at the High Court seeking to compel the Kenya Urban Roads Authority and its Director General to disclose documents relating to the planning, financing, procurement and implementation of the Ngong Road–Naivasha Road Flyover Project. The petitioner alleges KURA failed to respond to an information request made under Article 35 of the Constitution and the Access to Information Act.
27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 23 July

Petitioner seeks court orders to bar CS Miano from partisan politics
Francis Awino has filed a High Court petition seeking orders to stop Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife Rebecca Miano from engaging in partisan political activities while in office, arguing that her alleged participation in political campaigns violates constitutional requirements of impartiality and political neutrality for State officers.
23 July 2026 · Capital News →
Petition seeks to bar Tourism CS Miano from political campaigns
A petitioner has filed at the High Court seeking to bar Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife Rebecca Miano from engaging in partisan political campaigns while serving as a State officer, arguing that such conduct violates constitutional principles of leadership, integrity, and the neutrality of public office.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 21 July

High Court sets July 30 ruling date on Imenti Forest lodge case
The High Court will deliver its ruling on July 30 on an application seeking to halt proposed developments in Upper Imenti Forest pending the hearing of a constitutional petition. The National Assembly has urged the court to dismiss the petitioners' application, arguing they failed to meet the legal threshold and that no decision has been made to develop the forest.
21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
High Court to rule on Upper Imenti Forest development suspension bid
Kenya's High Court will rule on July 30 on an application to suspend proposed developments in Upper Imenti Forest, including an airstrip, State Lodge, golf course, and road expansion, pending a constitutional challenge. The National Assembly argues the petition is speculative and unsupported, while petitioners contend government agencies are already evaluating the projects.
21 July 2026 · Capital News →

Tuesday 14 July

Petition seeks postponement of Ol Kalou by-election
Public interest activist Francis Awino has petitioned the IEBC to postpone the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election slated for July 16, 2026, citing concerns that violence, voter intimidation, bribery and misuse of state resources during the campaign period could undermine the integrity and credibility of the poll.
14 July 2026 · Capital News →
Petition calls for Ol Kalou by-election postponement citing integrity
Public interest activist Francis Awino has petitioned the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission to suspend the Ol Kalou Constituency by-election scheduled for July 16, 2026, citing concerns about violence, voter intimidation, bribery, and misuse of state resources during the campaign period.
14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 10 July

Petition filed to suspend Nairobi's revised water tariffs
A High Court petition by Francis Awino challenges Nairobi's new water tariffs, arguing they were approved without adequate public participation and violate consumers' constitutional rights. Awino seeks orders to halt implementation and billing, and to ring-fence disputed bills for adjustment or refund if the petition succeeds.
10 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 8 July

Court halts public participation on Meru State Lodge project
The High Court has issued an interim order barring public participation on a proposed Meru State Lodge, airstrip, and golf course project pending the hearing of a petition challenging the developments. Justice Oguttu Mboya noted existing court orders already stopping the project's commencement and scheduled the matter for mention on July 21, 2026.
8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →