Atwoli Responds After High Court Bars Private Lawyers From Working With Govt

The High Court in Nakuru has temporarily barred Kenyan government institutions from hiring private lawyers, a move welcomed by the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (Kenya), COTU(K). COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli stated this practice misuses public funds and undermines qualified public legal officers.

Rastas claim increased police encounters over bhang legalisation case

Supreme Court Announces Vacancy After Death of Judge

The Judiciary of Kenya has announced a vacancy for a Judge of the Supreme Court of Kenya following the death of Justice Ibrahim Mohammed last month. Chief Justice Martha Koome issued a gazette notice on January 13, 2026, detailing the requirements and remuneration for the position.

Why the Supreme Court needs a seventh judge before the 2027 election

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has initiated the recruitment process for a new Supreme Court judge following the death of Justice Mohammed Ibrahim. This move aims to restore the court's full bench of seven judges ahead of the crucial 2027 Presidential Election, preventing potential ties in presidential petition rulings.

Koome opens race for Supreme Court Judge after Justice Ibrahim’s death

Chief Justice Martha Koome has announced a vacancy in Kenya's Supreme Court following the death of Justice Mohammed Ibrahim on December 17. This initiates the recruitment process for a new judge to the country’s highest court.