Chief Justice Martha Koome Stories

How circuit, mobile courts expanded justice to underserved communities - report
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 22, 2025

The Judiciary cleared more cases than were filed in the last financial year, marking a major shift in efficiency as new courts, sub-registries, and di...

Blow to State as court declares eCitizen Sh50 charge illegal, halts mandatory school fee payment via platform
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 21, 2025

The High Court ruling by Justice Chacha Mwita had quashed a circular compelling parents to pay school fees exclusively through eCitizen and found that...

Tanzania to 'review and verify' CNN claims of mass graves, shootings
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 21, 2025

According to CNN, its investigation found that police and armed men shot at groups of protesters in the wake of President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s re-ele...

CS Kagwe orders integrated pest management to save macadamia nuts
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 22, 2025

Speaking during a high-level meeting with industry stakeholders, including Macadamia Association of Kenya Chairperson Jane Maigua, Kagwe was told that...

Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan to sponsor 120 underprivileged students in technical training
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 21, 2025

According to the MP, the institute is nationally recognised and offers high-impact, market-driven courses that are fully certified, equipping students...

CJ Koome affirms Judiciary’s commitment to transparency, says trust central to transformation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 21, 2025

Koome said the judiciary has continued to “strengthen the integrity of our systems” by tightening performance management and expanding measures that s...

Supreme Court to receive title deed by December 25, says DP Kithure Kindiki
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 21, 2025

DP Kithure Kindiki asked Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome to ensure the process is completed within the set timeline.

Supreme Court Judge Mohammed Ibrahim to retire after 23 years of service
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 21, 2025

His departure marks a significant transition for the Supreme Court, closing a chapter defined by integrity, calm leadership and a steadfast dedication...

Koome reports historic 104 per cent case clearance rate, hails milestone for justice access
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 21, 2025

Koome said the annual document reflects how the judiciary has applied its authority and the results achieved over the past year. She said it demonstra...

Maraga stakes campaign on integrity, rejects handouts in presidential quest
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 21, 2025

Critics have dismissed his presidential bid, pointing to his lack of financial muscle, branding him poor, miserly, and a spoiler. Yet Maraga remains u...

CJ Koome warns new advocates against misappropriating clients’ compensation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 20, 2025

The Chief Justice urged lawyers to be mindful of their words, protect their reputation, and uphold the honor of the profession they have joined.

Court gives UDA’s Ahmed Malim Hassan green light to contest Banisa by-election
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 20, 2025

Justice Lawrence Mugambi threw out the petition that sought to block Hassan from appearing on the ballot over claims that his dual citizenship disqual...

Shadowy organisation flies Palestinians out of Gaza
DW News  |  Nov 20, 2025

The organisation Al-Majd Europe says it's helping Palestinians emigrate to third countries. But it has been accused of helping facilitate "forcible tr...

Small claims courts pump Sh21 billion back into Kenya’s economy since 2021
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 20, 2025

Established to ease the Judiciary’s backlog, the courts handle cases valued at less than Sh1 million, including sale and supply contracts, debt recove...

From fibre overload to sugary yoghurts: Hidden diet mistakes fuelling gut health problems
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Nov 19, 2025

While fibre is generally recommended for digestion, Dr Berg warns that too much of it can irritate an already inflamed gut.

Over 3,400 Kenyans in distress reported in Middle East since 2023 - Mudavadi
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 19, 2025

Mudavadi dismissed allegations that senior public officials or their relatives hold interests in recruitment firms sending Kenyans to the Gulf.

Three-judge bench to hear petition challenging National Assembly over unauthorised borrowing
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 19, 2025

The petitioners argue that the borrowing was conducted outside the bounds of the law and that Parliament exceeded its authority in approving certain a...

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

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

Philip Aroko, Boyd Were slapped with Sh1 million fines over campaign violence in Kasipul
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 19, 2025

The IEBC said Aroko, who is running as an Independent, and Were of the ODM party failed to respect the agreed campaign schedule, directly escalating t...

IG Douglas Kanja urges court not to issue orders over political activity claims
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 19, 2025

The petitioners claim that IG Kanja undermined police independence by appearing at a presidential rally in Kieni, Nyeri County, on April 2, 2025, wher...

NLC commissioners conclude term with over 31,000 requests for land regularisation processed
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 19, 2025

In the exit report submitted to President William Ruto on November 12, Otachi said the commission achieved major policy and institutional milestones.

Born too soon: The hidden burden of preterm birth, fight for survival
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 18, 2025

There are several factors that can increase the likelihood of delivering prematurely. These include lifestyle choices, substance or drug abuse, climat...

IEBC sets strict rules for Kasipul by-election candidates amid rising tensions
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 18, 2025

Recent campaign activities in Kasipul have been marred by sporadic clashes, threats, and disruptions, prompting preventive measures from the IEBC to p...

Judge suspends key Marsabit Assembly committees over alleged illegal formation
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 18, 2025

Justice Francis Rayola made the ruling after Nominated MCA Adhi Bino, who also chairs the Health Services Committee, filed a petition arguing that cer...

UN Security Council approves US-brokered Gaza peace plan
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 18, 2025

Central to the document is the creation of a Board of Peace (BoP) - described as a "transitional administration" for Gaza - tasked with overseeing rec...

IPOA launches nationwide monitoring of police recruitment to ensure fairness, transparency
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 17, 2025

Over 400 recruitment centres have opened their doors to thousands of Kenyans seeking to join the service, with the NPS targeting 10,000 new constables...

Chinese national sacked after being filmed assaulting Kenyan worker
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 17, 2025

The Embassy condemned the incident, which was captured on a viral video, terming it unacceptable and deeply disappointing.

Over 4,100 killed on Kenyan roads in 2025 as NTSA rolls out new safety measures
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 17, 2025

The agency will also conduct pre-festive inspection clinics at major bus termini ahead of the travel rush, as well as collaborate with the National Po...

Saudi Arabia to pay Kenyan workers minimum Sh34,455 from February 2026 amid labour reforms
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 16, 2025

The new rule applies to all foreign workers in the kingdom and is part of ongoing labour reforms following changes to the Kafala system, which governs...

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