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August 2, 2026
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Kenya steps up global push for Njoki, Okowa top courts races

Kenya steps up global push for Njoki, Okowa top courts races

Justice Njoki Ndung'u is seeking to serve as an ICC judge, while Justice Phoebe Okowa eyes a full term at ICJ...

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Kenya is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to secure seats for two of its esteemed judges in prestigious international courts: Justice Njoki Ndung'u for the International Criminal Court (ICC) and Justice Phoebe Okowa for a full term at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

  • Justice Phoebe Okowa has already garnered the endorsement of 26 countries for her ICJ bid.
  • Justice Njoki Ndung'u faces a highly competitive race for one of six ICC judge positions, with 14 candidates vying for the roles.
  • Both candidatures are a significant focus for the Kenyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its diplomatic missions abroad.
  • Elections for the ICJ judges are scheduled for November 2026, and for the ICC judges in December 2026.

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