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Judiciary of Kenya

Institution that administers Kenya's courts and justice system, currently addressing case backlogs and expanding access to justice.

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September 2026
29 SeptCitizen Digital
… While the National Police Service, healthcare providers, and the Judiciary form the visible pillars of the criminal justice system, safe houses represent the bridge holding them together, which remains unbuilt and unfurnished. …
Kenya’s missing shelters: How the lack of safe houses leaves GBV survivors exposed
29 SeptCapital News
… His death has prompted tributes from senior officials in the National Police Service and Judiciary, who remembered him for his long service and leadership in policing and security operations. …
Police, Judiciary mourn Lazarus Opicho, pioneer Judiciary Police Unit commander
25 SeptCitizen Digital
… LSK said although the JSC has communicated the composition of its representatives and those of the Judiciary to a Joint Committee established under the framework, the committee is yet to be formally constituted and convened. …
LSK renews targeted court boycott, cites unfulfilled JSC commitments
24 SeptCapital News
MARSABIT, Kenya, Sep 24 — The Judiciary has begun public consultations on its proposed budget for the 2027/28 financial year, seeking views on priorities aimed at expanding access to justice, reducing case backlogs and improving the quality and timeliness of judicial services. …
Judiciary seeks public input on Sh50.7bn FY2027/28 budget
23 SeptThe Standard
… It is in this spirit that the Judiciary and the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) are inviting members of the public and other stakeholders to participate in the development of the Financial Year (FY) 2027/28 (Budget and Medium-Term Expenditure Framework proposals. …
It's time to influence how justice system responds to your needs
23 SeptThe Standard
… Few questions illustrate this principle more clearly than the relationship between the Judiciary and the office of the Inspector-General of the National police service. …
Who controls the police? Battle for Inspector-General's independence
22 SeptCitizen Digital
… It brings together the Executive Office of the President, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health, Judiciary and other government agencies, with implementation overseen by a National Steering Committee.
Kenya launches national mediation hub to tackle unrest in schools, universities
14 SeptCapital News
… Mukhwana acknowledged that some of the procurement decisions had ended up in court but said the commission was prepared to comply with orders issued by the Judiciary. …
‘We are not out of time’: IEBC defends election technology timeline
9 SeptCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 9 – The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested two Judiciary staff members in separate bribery investigations involving court services in Eldoret and Nakuru. …
EACC Arrests Two Court Staff Over Alleged Bribery in Eldoret and Nakuru
8 SeptCitizen Digital
… The President urged closer cooperation between the Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee (IGRTC) and the Judiciary to facilitate the referral of suitable intergovernmental disputes to ADR. …
Ruto praises devolution, says it has improved Kenyans' lives

Society

NTSA urges road crashes declared national disaster after Mtito Andei collision

The News

The National Transport and Safety Authority has called for road crashes to be declared a national disaster following a head-on collision at Mtito Andei that killed 23 people and injured 25 others. The authority cited approximately 20,000 crashes claiming more than 5,000 lives annually, and said declaring a national disaster would enable coordinated government action and adequate funding for road safety interventions.

25 October 2026 · Capital News →

Sunday 25 October

NTSA urges road crashes declared national disaster after Mtito Andei collision
The National Transport and Safety Authority has called for road crashes to be declared a national disaster following a head-on collision at Mtito Andei that killed 23 people and injured 25 others. The authority cited approximately 20,000 crashes claiming more than 5,000 lives annually, and said declaring a national disaster would enable coordinated government action and adequate funding for road safety interventions.
25 October 2026 · Capital News →
CS Chirchir calls for road safety reforms after Mtito Andei crash
Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has called for decisive action on road safety following a collision between a passenger bus and commercial truck at Mtito Andei that claimed 24 lives. The CS proposed three road safety reforms focusing on infrastructure, traffic law enforcement and oversight.
25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Ruto orders thorough inspection of PSVs after highway collision
President William Ruto has directed an inspection of all public service vehicles to ensure compliance with safety standards following a head-on collision between a bus and a cement tipper truck near Mtito Andei that killed 24 people on Sunday. The Ministry of Roads indicated the accident occurred due to improper overtaking.
25 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 19 October

NACADA asks Judiciary for specialised drug courts in three cities
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse has requested that the Judiciary establish additional specialised courts to handle drug-related offences in Embu, Eldoret, and Mombasa, and proposed a High Court with specialised jurisdiction over organised crime. NACADA also called for capacity building for judicial officers and joint training programmes on drug abuse.
19 October 2026 · Capital News →
NACADA seeks specialised drug courts in Embu and Eldoret
NACADA has proposed establishing specialised drug courts in Embu and Eldoret and reinstating Shanzu Law Court in Mombasa to handle drug-related cases, and called for a High Court with specialised jurisdiction over organised crime. The Chief Justice welcomed the proposals and expressed the Judiciary's readiness to deepen collaboration with NACADA.
19 October 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 12 October

Nakuru county cracks down on gangs ahead of 2027 election
Nakuru County has intensified operations against criminal gangs operating in low-income neighbourhoods, with the county commissioner warning that politicians could recruit them to fuel violence during the 2027 General Election. The region has also launched a toll-free hotline and SMS service (107) under an Early Warning and Early Response initiative to help address the security threat.
12 October 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 9 October

Western region records 3,191 gender-based violence cases
The government has reported 3,191 cases of gender-based violence and femicide in Western between January and September, prompting the State Department for Gender and Affirmative Action to launch a three-month Rapid Results Initiative to accelerate prevention, investigation, and prosecution of GBV cases in the region.
9 October 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 8 October

Judiciary must strengthen environmental protection, conservatory orders
An opinion piece argues that courts are often the last line of defence for environmental protection when administrative processes fail, and stresses the importance of conservatory orders in preserving ecosystems during legal proceedings, since environmental damage cannot always be remedied through compensation.
8 October 2026 · The Standard →
Education ministry lacks centralised system for teen pregnancy data
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba told the Senate that his ministry lacks a comprehensive framework and information management system to collect data on learner pregnancies and perpetrators, noting that school heads sometimes hesitate to report cases out of fear for institutional reputation. The available data comes mainly from health sector surveys, which recorded 110,821 cases among adolescents aged 10 to 19 in the first five months of 2023.
8 October 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 30 September

Judiciary and Interior Ministry dispute land ownership in Naivasha
A dispute over a prime piece of land in Naivasha has strained relations between the Judiciary and the Ministry of Interior, after the Naivasha Deputy County Commissioner's office attempted to annex land adjacent to the Naivasha law courts. The Judiciary has taken legal action through the Law Society of Kenya and obtained Environment Court orders to halt fencing activities, and plans to pursue contempt of court charges against the DCC.
30 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 29 September

Kenya faces critical shortage of shelters for GBV survivors
Kenya lacks sufficient safe houses for survivors of gender-based violence, leaving them exposed and vulnerable. A field study released in June 2026 found that only 33% of sexual abuse cases are concluded in court within six months, with nearly half taking over a year.
29 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Senior police commander Lazarus Opicho dies at 65
Senior Assistant Inspector General of Police Lazarus Opicho, Commandant of the Security of Government Buildings and VIP Protection Unit and pioneer commander of the Judiciary Police Unit, has died after an illness. Inspector General Douglas Kanja and Chief Justice Martha Koome paid tribute to his decades of service to the police and judiciary.
29 September 2026 · Capital News →

Friday 25 September

LSK renews targeted court boycott over JSC commitments
The Law Society of Kenya has renewed its call for advocates to boycott selected courts and judicial officers, citing unfulfilled commitments from the Judicial Service Commission on judicial accountability. LSK President Charles Kanjama said the targeted boycott remains in force and members should refrain from appearing before judges and officers identified by the society.
25 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 24 September

Judiciary seeks public input on Sh50.7bn FY2027/28 budget
The Judiciary has begun public consultations on its proposed Sh50.7 billion budget for the 2027/28 financial year, aimed at expanding access to justice, reducing case backlogs, and improving judicial services. The consultations are intended to ensure budget priorities reflect Kenyans' justice needs and strengthen accountability in the administration of justice.
24 September 2026 · Capital News →

Wednesday 23 September

Judiciary opens forums for public input on budget priorities
The Judiciary and Judicial Service Commission are inviting members of the public and stakeholders to participate in developing the Financial Year 2027/28 budget and expenditure framework proposals through public participation forums across multiple counties, allowing citizens to share experiences and priorities regarding justice delivery.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
Judiciary and Inspector-General independence in Kenya's governance
An opinion piece examining the relationship between the Judiciary and the office of the Inspector-General of the National Police Service, exploring how Kenya's constitutional order requires institutions to exercise their powers within constitutional boundaries.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 22 September

Kenya launches national mediation hub for school and university unrest
The government has launched a national mediation hub at the University of Nairobi to help prevent unrest, resolve disputes and strengthen security in schools, colleges and universities. The platform will connect more than 30,000 campus- and school-based mediation hubs with national government administration officers and their agencies, enabling learning institutions to address grievances, student unrest and mental health challenges through dialogue and alternative dispute resolution.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 14 September

IEBC defends timeline for 2027 election technology procurement
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has said it has about 120 days to complete procurement of election technology for the 2027 General Election, followed by 60 days for testing, despite legal challenges to the tender process and concerns over delays.
14 September 2026 · Capital News →

Wednesday 9 September

EACC arrests two Judiciary staff on bribery allegations
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission arrested a court assistant in Eldoret over allegations of receiving a Sh20,000 bribe to facilitate a stay order, and a court process server in Nakuru accused of soliciting a bribe for a convenient mention date. Both suspects were released on cash bail pending investigations.
9 September 2026 · Capital News →

Tuesday 8 September

Ruto praises devolution for improving service delivery
President William Ruto said closer partnership between national and county governments has enabled progress in healthcare, agriculture, industrial development and digital systems, and brought decision-making closer to people while strengthening local accountability.
8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 3 September

Lawyer urges MPs to empower citizens to challenge regulatory inaction
A lawyer has submitted a memorandum to Parliament requesting legislation that would allow ordinary Kenyans to challenge public institutions that fail to formulate regulations needed to implement laws passed by Parliament. The proposed Statutory Instruments (Amendment) Bill, 2024, now before the National Assembly, would address delays by government agencies; the advocate cited the Judicial Service Commission's failure to gazette complaints procedures against judges as an example of prolonged administrative inaction.
3 September 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 27 August

Former Chief Justice warns Constitution faces incessant violations
David Maraga has warned that Kenya's 2010 Constitution is under siege from what he called incessant violations, urging Kenyans to exercise greater vigilance ahead of the next General Election and choose leaders guided by constitutionalism.
27 August 2026 · The Standard →
Court awards ex-Judiciary finance boss, two others Sh21m compensation
The High Court awarded three former Judiciary Accounts Department employees Sh21 million after finding they were unlawfully arrested and maliciously prosecuted over an Sh80 million theft allegation from 2013.
27 August 2026 · The Standard →
Amnesty tells Kenya to ensure consistent constitutional compliance
Amnesty International's Kenyan chapter has challenged the government to move from selective compliance to consistent adherence to the Constitution and rule of law, noting that while Kenya's 2010 Constitution demands accountability from all sectors, state actors hold primary obligations under Article 2(1).
27 August 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 25 August

Church leaders diverge on calls for Police IG Kanja's resignation
The Church and Clergy Association of Kenya has called for Inspector General Douglas Kanja to resign, citing failure to contain gang violence and ensure impartial policing, while the Federation of Evangelical and Indigenous Christian Churches of Kenya has cautioned against using his removal as a substitute for broader security and justice reforms.
25 August 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 24 August

David Maraga courts US diaspora ahead of September campaign visit
United Green Movement presidential candidate David Maraga held an online meeting with Kenyans in the diaspora across multiple US states on Sunday, discussing his judicial record and campaign platform. Diaspora participants raised concerns about voter registration difficulties and limited polling access for Kenyans abroad, urging reforms to expand their electoral participation.
24 August 2026 · Capital News →
Kangema magistrate charged with receiving Sh150,000 bribe
Suspended Kangema Senior Principal Magistrate Martin Kinyua Mutegi has been charged with receiving a bribe and arraigned before the Milimani Anti-Corruption Court. Mutegi was arrested last month by the EACC at a restaurant in Kangema Township alongside a Senior Probation Officer, allegedly caught receiving Sh150,000 in marked money from a businessman seeking a favourable sentence.
24 August 2026 · Capital News →

Tuesday 18 August

Ombudsman intervention unblocks year-long assault case delay
A criminal case involving an assaulted minor that had stalled for more than a year at Mombasa Law Courts has been fixed for mention following intervention by the Commission on Administrative Justice. The minor missed approximately six months of school due to trauma counselling and repeated court appearances while the case remained pending since the accused took a plea in June 2025.
18 August 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya must protect weak, restrain powerful, restore law trust
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's legal system appears to protect the powerful while failing the vulnerable—citing cases of missing persons, land disputes, delayed court decisions, and unenforced court orders—and calls for justice to be administered equally regardless of wealth or connection.
18 August 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 17 August

Chief Justice Koome disowns fabricated letter circulating on social media
The Judiciary issued a public notice dismissing a letter purportedly signed by Chief Justice Martha Koome as fabricated, warning the public against using it to advance political narratives. The fake document, bearing the Supreme Court and Chief Justice office letterhead, falsely claims to address alleged attempts to interfere with the independence of the Supreme Court and names former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, former Chief Justice David Maraga, and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka.
17 August 2026 · Capital News →