Kenya's Judiciary has established four specialized courts to expedite cases involving narcotics trafficking and related offenses, following President William Ruto's directive for tougher penalties against drug lords. This move targets dismantling criminal networks and seizing assets to fund rehabilitation efforts.

• The designated courts are JKIA Magistrates' Court, Kahawa Magistrates' Court, Mombasa Magistrates' Court, and Busia Magistrates' Court.
• Chief Justice Martha Koome approved the courts' operation as of January 16, 2026.
• Kenyan authorities intercepted over 3.2 tonnes of narcotics between 2024 and 2025.
• The Kenya Navy seized methamphetamine worth Ksh8.2 billion in October 2025, leading to the arrest of six Iranian nationals who pleaded guilty in January 2026.
• President Ruto warned on January 7, 2026, that properties of those involved in illicit brews and drugs would be seized.