The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has asked the High Court to dismiss a petition seeking to compel the Judiciary to improve accessibility at Milimani Law Courts, arguing that disability-friendly infrastructure can only be realised progressively due to financial and structural constraints. In a replying affidavit sworn by JSC Secretary Winfridah…
Nairobi, Kenya – President William Ruto has voiced concern over what he termed instances of judicial overreach, warning that certain court decisions risk undermining public interest and stalling government policy implementation. Speaking on Wednesday during the swearing-in of 15 newly appointed Court of Appeal judges at State House, Nairobi, the…
Nairobi, Kenya – President William Ruto on Wednesday morning presided over the swearing-in of 15 newly appointed Court of Appeal judges, a move expected to strengthen Kenya’s judicial capacity and ease the growing backlog of cases across the country. Strengthening Judicial Capacity Speaking during the ceremony, President Ruto congratulated the…
Nairobi, Kenya – Former Judicial Service Commission (JSC) Vice Chairperson Macharia Njeru has written to Chief Justice Martha Koome, raising concerns over what he describes as the open participation of current JSC Vice Chairperson Isaac Ruto in partisan political activities. Allegations of Political Engagement In a letter addressed to the…
Nairobi, Kenya – President William Ruto has appointed 15 judges to the Court of Appeal, following recommendations by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). The appointments were formalized in a Gazette Notice dated January 27, 2026, with the President affirming that the process adhered to constitutional requirements. Newly Appointed Judges Among…
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has nominated 15 candidates for appointment as Judges of the Court of Appeal, following the conclusion of a rigorous and highly competitive interview process on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Notable Nominees Among those nominated are: Transparent Recruitment Process In a statement, the JSC emphasized that…