Also known as: Court of Appeal judge Katwa Kigen · Justice Katwa Kigen · Justice Kigen · Judge Katwa Kigen · Kigen · Justice Joseph Katwa Kigen
Court of Appeal Judge seeking Supreme Court appointment; previously represented President Ruto as lawyer and at ICC.
Court of Appeal Judge Katwa Kigen was interviewed by the Judicial Service Commission as a candidate for a vacant Supreme Court position, facing scrutiny over his past work as lawyer for President William Ruto and concerns about judicial impartiality. During vetting, Kigen acknowledged public concerns but argued his previous legal representation would not compromise his neutrality, and stated he would be guided by facts and law in any disputes involving the President.
The Judicial Service Commission has shortlisted five candidates for the Supreme Court judge position vacated by Justice Mohamed Ibrahim's death in December, with interviews scheduled for April 28–29, 2026. The candidates include Court of Appeal Judge Katwa Kigen, former IPOA Chairperson Anne Makori, and Justices Joseph Sergon, Francis Tuiyott, and Mohammed Warsame.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Judicial Service Commission has shortlisted five candidates for the Supreme Court judge position vacated by Justice Mohamed Ibrahim's death in December, with interviews scheduled for April 28–29, 2026. The candidates include Court of Appeal Judge Katwa Kigen, former IPOA Chairperson Anne Makori, and Justices Joseph Sergon, Francis Tuiyott, and Mohammed Warsame.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →