Justice Joseph Katwa Kigen appeared before the Judicial Service Commission to address concerns over his impartiality should he be appointed to the Supreme Court, given his previous role as lawyer to President William Ruto. He assured commissioners he would remain neutral and strictly adhere to the law in presidential election petitions.
28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Court of Appeal Judge Katwa Kigen told the Judicial Service Commission that his previous role defending President Ruto at the ICC would not compromise his impartiality if appointed to the Supreme Court, stating that past professional engagements do not influence judicial decisions and that recusal safeguards exist to address conflicts of interest.
28 April 2026 · Capital News →
The Judicial Service Commission conducted interviews for a Supreme Court judge position, with Chief Justice Martha Koome chairing the process.
28 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former IPOA Chairperson Anne Makori told the Judicial Service Commission that her extensive experience in public service, oversight, and governance roles equips her for appointment as a Supreme Court judge. She highlighted her work promoting accountability within law enforcement and argued her background in constitutional and justice matters positions her well for the apex court.
28 April 2026 · Capital News →
Court of Appeal judge Katwa Kigen, a former lawyer for President William Ruto, told the Judicial Service Commission he would remain neutral and be guided by facts and law in any election-related disputes involving the President that reach the Supreme Court, where he is seeking appointment. He acknowledged public concerns about his past legal representation of Ruto but argued that many judges previously worked as advocates and questioned why concerns focused on only one client.
28 April 2026 · The Standard →
Former IPOA chairperson Anne Makori was questioned by the Judicial Service Commission after failing to submit a declaration of wealth during her interview for appointment as a Supreme Court judge. Chief Justice Martha Koome noted the omission and declined Makori's offer to provide the documents later, citing procedural requirements.
28 April 2026 · The Standard →