CJ Martha Koome,Martha Koome Stories
In the Judiciary, Chief Justice Koome appointed Dominica Nyambu and Green Odera to serve as Admiralty Marshals, with effect from July 14.
According to Chief Registrar Winfridah Mokaya, the rebuilding of destroyed infrastructure is ongoing, supported by public and private partners.
Koome noted that the country’s democracy is under pressure and called on all stakeholders to act responsibly during this critical period.
The petition seeks to hold President Uhuru and key officials in his administration legally liable for the Sh4.6 trillion debt accumulated between the...
In his application, Havi cites a conflict of interest and lack of impartiality, arguing that the judges were appointed by Chief Justice Martha Koome,...
DCJ Mwilu urged heads of station to actively supervise registry staff, particularly to ensure that court fees are correctly assessed, especially befor...
CJ Koome said the damage went beyond the physical structure, noting that the destruction of case files had disrupted dozens of ongoing cases.
The officer, identified as Constable Bernard Koome, was on normal duty alongside his colleague when they spotted a suspicious black motorcycle.
Wanjiku argues that suspending court operations would demonstrate the Judiciary’s recognition of the gravity of the matter and its solidarity with Ken...
The digitisation project will also allow courts to manage cases electronically, conduct video hearings and streamline communication among staff and st...
This represents a Sh2 billion increase compared to the previous year and continues an upward trend in funding for the Judiciary. In the 2023/24 financ...
Defence lawyer Stanley Kangai, representing the accused, did not oppose the application, informing the court that the case had dragged on for too long...
Once operational, the tribunal will be mandated to hear and determine complaints arising from breaches of the Act, deal with matters and appeals submi...
Koome sought to overturn a ruling that held him personally accountable for police brutality against striking doctors.
Case mapping feature also allows litigants to link new documents to an existing file for easier tracking and reference.
Additionally, the court extended conservatory orders barring the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) from proceeding with the removal petitions until th...
Gachagua intends to continue with petitions urging the High Court to find his impeachment was not constitutional and therefore invalidate it.
Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu had initially appointed a three-judge bench to preside over the matter. However, the Court of Appeal ruled that o...
The petitions were filed by former Law Society of Kenya President Nelson Havi and 15 others.
CJ Koome also announced changes to several committees under the National Council on the Administration of Justice.
The bench will be tasked with determining issues raised by the Supreme Court judges against the JSC, which emanate from the JSC's intention to investi...
Chief Justice expressed concern over the use of violence against students, emphasising that children are entitled to special protection under the Cons...
Koome said the Judiciary plans to expand mediation services from the current 62 stations to 77, targeting counties such as Lamu, Kwale, Samburu, Wajir...
Koome raised concerns about frequent case adjournments, which she said are a major cause of public frustration and declining confidence in the courts.
The judges questioned why none of the 15 lawyers employed at Ahmednasir Abdullahi Advocates LLP had sought to challenge the ban themselves.
The affected positions include 60 vacancies for legal researchers, 25 diploma internships in office administration (secretarial services), and 12 grad...
The former LSK president argues that under the Constitution of Kenya, such matters fall outside the court's jurisdiction.
CAJ now accuses JSC of engaging in a "cyclic process of exchange" that does not support service delivery.
