Author: Carolyne Kubwa

Judiciary holds historic 'closing of files' ceremony to honour fallen judicial officers Nov 19, 2025

CJ Koome said Monicah Kivuti's killing was an attack on judicial independence and a reminder of the urgent need to protect judicial officers.

CJ Koome reaffirms Judiciary’s commitment to child protection, announces expanded reforms Nov 19, 2025

CJ Martha Koome described the Children Act 2022 as a transformative framework that demands full implementation.

Judge urges feuding siblings to end 30-year succession battle, orders mediation Nov 19, 2025

The High Court expressed frustration that the dispute, first triggered by the death of the family patriarch almost half a century ago, has resurfaced...

Court gives IG of Police seven days to file report on disappearance of Mwenda Mbijiwe Nov 19, 2025

Justice Martin Muya issued what he termed the "final adjournment," directing the IG to present a full account of the progress made by security agencie...

Court nullifies Isiolo County’s Sh7.3 billion budget over illegal process, lack of public participation Nov 19, 2025

The judge ruled the county's executive and assembly hurriedly and unlawfully pushed through the Sh7.35 billion budget without adhering to mandatory pr...

Relief for matatu operators after High Court halts eviction from CBD loading zones Nov 19, 2025

Justice Chacha Mwita directed EPRA and the Nairobi City County Government to hold off on enforcing a recent ban that prohibits matatus from using fuel...

Opposition leaders file petition challenging IEBC’s 'centralisation of presidential election results' Nov 19, 2025

The coalition is asking the High Court to issue far-reaching declarations, including that the results declared by constituency returning officers are...

Christian professionals seek to join case challenging construction of Church at State House Nov 18, 2025

The group that it intends to file unique submissions that will assist the Court in addressing the constitutional issues raised.

Alleged KDF impostor arraigned over fraudulent recruitment operation Nov 18, 2025

Joshua Mutui Muimi was arrested on Monday after police allegedly found him dressed in full Kenya Air Force uniform, complete with a name tag, while is...

Ferdinand Waititu secures Sh53 million bank guarantee, eyes possible release from Kamiti Nov 18, 2025

The guarantee, once deposited, would pave the way for Ferdinand Waititu's freedom, however, the bond terms issued earlier in the hate-speech case stil...

Court asked to halt Kenyatta University VC succession over alleged irregularities Nov 17, 2025

In an urgent application filed in Nairobi, Lawrence Omondi Chero accuses Vice-Chancellor Prof. Paul Kuria Wainaina of creating "tailor-made recruitmen...

Matatus take EPRA and City Hall to court over ban on passenger pickups at fuel stations Nov 17, 2025

In an urgent application, the matatu operators argue that the directive was introduced abruptly, without consultation, and took immediate effect despi...

Anti-Counterfeit Authority chair charged with soliciting Sh5 million bribe to shield businessman Nov 17, 2025

The prosecution claims the money was sought on the understanding that the ACA boss would not arrest or charge the complainant over allegations of deal...

Ruto calls for renewed global commitment to protecting refugees as Kenya hosts landmark judicial conference Nov 17, 2025

For the first time since its establishment in 1995, the International Association of Refugee and Migration Judges World Conference is being held in Af...

Court dismisses bid challenging bench picked by CJ Martha Koome Nov 14, 2025

In the application, the petitioner claimed that the judges were handpicked in a manner that compromised their independence and suggested loyalty to th...

Court recommends murder charges against three officers over 2022 Masimba killings Nov 14, 2025

The court ruled that ballistic analyses and autopsy reports clearly established that the victims died from gunshot injuries sustained during the chaot...

Suspect in State House GSU Officer’s killing to undergo mental assessment before plea taking Nov 13, 2025

Musyimi is accused of killing a GSU officer attached to the State House security team under unclear circumstances. Police reports indicate that invest...

Court confirms public notice in pesticide ban petition, allows farmers to join case Nov 13, 2025

The petitioners contend that the continued circulation of these agrochemicals violates key constitutional rights, including the right to life (Article...

KNH murder suspect Kennedy Kalombotole to undergo fresh mental assessment Nov 13, 2025

Kalombotole is accused of committing two separate murders within the KNH wards, incidents that sparked outrage and concern among hospital staff, patie...

Civil rights group sues over Nairobi County’s Sidian Bank directive for health facilities Nov 12, 2025

They allege that the policy could point to irregular financial arrangements involving Sidian Bank, and want the court to intervene before public funds...

Kigame seeks court nod for private prosecutions over 2024–2025 protest abuses Nov 12, 2025

Kigame is seeking leave of the court under Section 8(2) of the International Crimes Act and Article 157(6) of the Constitution, which allows citizens...

Ex-Samburu Governor Lenolkulal freed after court acquits him in Sh84 million graft case Nov 11, 2025

Justice B.M. Musyoki ruled that the prosecution had failed to prove that Lenolkulal had a direct private interest in Oryx Service Station, which suppl...

Ex-Kiambu Governor Waititu faces fresh incitement charges as court adjourns case Nov 11, 2025

The former county boss, who is already serving a prison sentence at Kamiti Maximum Security Prison for corruption-related offences, is accused of maki...

Court declines to issue arrest warrants in Mwenda Mbijiwe disappearance case Nov 11, 2025

Lawyer Evans Ondieki, representing Mbijiwe's family, accused the State of treating the case with "utter disregard", describing the prolonged proceedin...

Salasya hate speech case to proceed after NCIC mediation collapses Nov 11, 2025

The case against MP Salasya arises from statements he allegedly made during a public event earlier this year, which the prosecution claims were inflam...

Court quashes vacancies at NLC, upholds commissioners’ six-year terms Nov 11, 2025

In his detailed judgment, Justice Mwita held that although no actual violation had yet occurred, the steps taken by the State posed a credible threat...

Court strikes out LSK President Faith Odhiambo from consolidated rights petitions Nov 11, 2025

The court held that her withdrawal from the role rendered moot the allegations that her appointment amounted to a conflict of interest under Chapter S...

CJ Martha Koome swears in sports disputes tribunal members, calls for fairness and integrity Nov 10, 2025

Chief Justice Martha Koome urges newly sworn-in Sports Disputes Tribunal members to deliver fair, independent, and timely justice, boosting transparen...

Court of Appeal flags fraud, orders rehearing in Sirisia MP Waluke’s Sh1 billion maize fraud dispute Nov 10, 2025

Appellate judges cite forged documents, undelivered maize, and corruption in Waluke-linked Sh1B contract.

CJ Martha Koome unveils anti-corruption and green justice plans to transform Kenyan courts Nov 10, 2025

Chief Justice Koome pushes data-driven reforms, anti-corruption measures, and green initiatives to transform Kenya’s justice system and improve servic...

Court denies IT expert Ndiang'ui Kinyagia’s plea for passport release amid cybersecurity probe Nov 10, 2025

Prosecutors informed the court that Kinyagia's travel documents and other items seized during the investigation are crucial to an active inquiry.

Sarah Wairimu charged afresh over false passport claim Nov 07, 2025

Sarah Wairimu remains in custody at the Lang'ata Women's Prison, where she is also on trial for the 2019 murder of her husband.

Court steps in after EACC and DPP fail to agree on Obado plea deal Nov 07, 2025

According to submissions made in court, a meeting convened on October 30 at the DPP's office, as earlier ordered by the court, ended in disagreement a...

Survivors of 1998 Nairobi bombing renew plea for justice, US compensation Nov 06, 2025

Survivors say 27 years of silence and broken promises have deepened their pain, urging Presidents Ruto and Trump to finally deliver justice and dignit...

Communications Authority of Kenya takes LSK to court over controversial cybercrime law Nov 06, 2025

The Communications Authority accuses LSK of abusing court process as legal battle over Kenya’s cybercrime law intensifies.

Azziad Nasenya moves to court to stop auction of Sh20 million Kileleshwa apartment Nov 06, 2025

In her suit, Azziad accuses a savings and credit cooperative society (Sacco) of unlawfully attempting to auction her home despite her having cleared a...

Evans Kidero, nine others acquitted in Sh213 million corruption case Nov 06, 2025

Chief Magistrate Victor Wakumile ruled that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case against Kidero and his co-accused over alleged irre...

Drama at Milimani Law Courts as businessman wheeled in by ambulance to face judge Nov 05, 2025

Judge Njoki Mwangi fumes after ailing businessman is wheeled into court in an ambulance, questioning what she called “unnecessary courtroom drama.”

AG Dorcas Oduor moves to lift court orders blocking cybercrimes law Nov 05, 2025

According to the State, the appeal before the higher court involves the same issues raised in the new petition, making it improper for the High Court...

Court vindicates slain lawyer Kyalo Mbobu in disputed multi-million loan case Nov 05, 2025

The court found that the late advocate had been unfairly pursued over an informal loan agreement that ballooned far beyond the original amount advance...

Court dismisses petition challenging Muturi’s removal, says former AG resigned voluntarily Nov 04, 2025

Justice Mugambi found that the resignation letter, dated July 11, 2024, and the subsequent gazette notice constituted sufficient evidence that Muturi...

Geoffrey Mosiria faces sentencing over Parklands contempt case Nov 04, 2025

The contempt proceedings stem from a petition filed by the Parklands Residents Association, accusing the county of ignoring court directives to stop i...

Businesswoman charged with stealing property worth Sh1.2 million Nov 04, 2025

Mary Waithira Gikonyo appeared before Kibera Principal Magistrate Agnetta Ogonda, where she denied two counts — stealing and malicious damage to prope...

Court orders state to pay ex-Kenya Air Force officers Sh7.9 billion over 1982 coup torture Nov 04, 2025

The court found the government guilty of defying orders to compensate 284 ex-soldiers unlawfully dismissed, detained, and tortured after the failed 19...

African Bar Association honours Supreme Court of Kenya for judicial excellence Nov 03, 2025

The African Bar Association honoured Kenya’s Supreme Court for its groundbreaking rulings, constitutional integrity, and leadership in advancing democ...

Petition seeks removal of Chief Justice Martha Koome over alleged misconduct and delays Nov 03, 2025

Captain J.N. Wafubwa accuses Chief Justice Martha Koome of abusing her powers, delaying rulings, and denying justice in key court cases.

Nairobi court orders 21-day detention for US citizen wanted for Minnesota murder Nov 03, 2025

Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina granted an application by the prosecution seeking to detain Hudeife Muhumed at Gigiri Police Station pending completion...

CJ Koome recalls defending Raila during detention, hails his legacy of justice and courage Nov 01, 2025

She noted that their paths crossed again in the 1990s during Kenya's pro-democracy movement, where they both participated in the push for constitution...

Court allows police to detain four officers over shooting of colleague in Naivasha Oct 31, 2025

Orwa told the court that preliminary investigations suggest possible interference with the crime scene. It is alleged that the suspects attempted to s...

Court orders Kenya School of Law to admit student within 60 days Oct 31, 2025

The Tribunal had, in March 2025, directed KSL to admit Ndung'u after allowing his appeal against the school's earlier refusal to enrol him.

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