Council of Legal Education Stories

Only 26 institutions are licensed to teach law in Kenya, says CLE
Only 26 institutions are licensed to teach law in Kenya, says CLE
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jul 08, 2025

The council emphasised that only institutions listed are authorised to offer legal education and that each programme has been evaluated individually.

Law students caught in crossfire of policy conflicts, budget cuts
Law students caught in crossfire of policy conflicts, budget cuts
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 15, 2025

At the centre of the storm is the Advocates Training Programme (ATP), the final step required to qualify as a lawyer in Kenya.

End of an era: Court ruling paves way for more institutions to offer training for advocates
End of an era: Court ruling paves way for more institutions to offer training for advocates
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 09, 2025

The decision allows universities and other institutions to offer the course, which is a prerequisite for admission to the Bar.

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