C
Originally published by Capital Newstop
May 29, 2026
3h ago
CJ Koome appoints Justice Wanjiru Karanja acting Court of Appeal president ahead of June election
Justice Wanjiru, the court’s most senior judge, will hold the position in an acting capacity pending the election of a substantive president by judges of the appellate court. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
✨ Key Highlights
Chief Justice Martha Koome has appointed Lady Justice Wanjiru Karanja as the Acting President of the Court of Appeal following the completion of Justice Daniel Musinga’s five-year term on May 24, 2026.
- Justice Wanjiru Karanja, the court’s most senior judge, will serve in an acting capacity.
- The election for a substantive Court of Appeal President is scheduled for June 22, 2026, overseen by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC).
- The outgoing president, Justice Musinga, served his non-renewable five-year term, concluding his tenure at the helm of the country’s second-highest court.
Continue Reading
Read the complete article from Capital News
Advertisement
Related News
Advertisement