corruption Judiciary Stories

Fresh petition seeks CJ Koome's removal from office for assigning junior judges to hear own case
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 18, 2025

The petition, filed by former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi, accuses Koome of gross misconduct in the assignment of judges to hear...

Supreme Court Judge Ouko warns of eroding public trust due to case delays, graft
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 13, 2025

Ouko criticised the system’s sluggishness and called for an urgent overhaul in the way judicial processes are conducted.

Judiciary among 11 state entities flagged over Sh2 billion in unsupported spending
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 12, 2025

The Judiciary, the State Departments for Economic Planning, Social Protection, Irrigation, and Mining are among the MDAs cited for failing to provide...

Judiciary warns against public debate on Dari Ltd, East African Development Bank legal case
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 27, 2025

Tuju has publicly aligned himself with Dari Limited in its legal battle against the East African Development Bank (EADB), arguing that recent court ru...

Judiciary will enforce zero-tolerance to corruption without fear or favour - CJ Koome
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 25, 2025

Koome acknowledged that allegations of corruption continue to surface in some court stations, a situation she said must be addressed decisively.

Tensions rise between Executive, Judiciary as Chief Justice Koome’s security is withdrawn
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 23, 2025

Koome noted that the security reduction has exposed her office and judicial officers to vulnerabilities, undermining the Judiciary’s ability to fulfil...

Lawyer Nelson Havi demands CJ Koome resign in two days over claims of rot in Judiciary
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 12, 2025

Koome has continuously distanced herself from the allegations of corruption and incompetence within the Judiciary.

Stay ahead of the news! Click ‘Yes, Thanks’ to receive breaking stories and exclusive updates directly to your device. Be the first to know what’s happening.