Professor Phoebe Okowa Stories

Prof Phoebe Okowa sworn in as first Kenyan judge at the ICJ
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 26, 2025

Phoebe Okowa, a leading scholar of public international law, previously represented Namibia before the Court in the advisory proceedings on Israel's o...

Kenya’s Phoebe Okowa elected to serve as judge at International Court of Justice
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 13, 2025

Sing’oei described the election as a testament to Prof. Okowa’s judicial expertise and Kenya’s strong standing in international law.

Kenya lobbies Tanzania to support Prof. Phoebe Okowa’s candidature for ICJ judge
Mwangi Maina  |  Oct 24, 2025

If elected, Okowa would be the first Kenyan and only the seventh woman in history to sit on the world court.

Kenya steps up lobbying after nominating Prof. Phoebe Okowa for International Court of Justice seat
Mwangi Maina  |  Sep 02, 2025

If successful, she would become the first Kenyan and only the seventh woman in history to sit on the world court.

Who is Prof Phoebe Okowa? From Kericho to world’s highest court
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 02, 2025

Okowa’s influence extends far beyond the classroom, with her expertise sought in courtrooms and international legal forums across the world.

Kenya nominates Prof Phoebe Okowa to be judge at International Court of Justice
Martin Kinyanjui  |  Mar 01, 2025

The Kenyan government has expressed confidence in Okowa's competence and qualifications, stating that she is well-suited to contribute to the work of...

Phoebe Okowa, the Kenyan legal expert representing Namibia in Israel genocide case
Amina Wako  |  Feb 25, 2024

Professor Phoebe Okowa is a renowned international lawyer and academic whose appointment by the Namibian government has been praised by many. 

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