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August 6, 2026
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Koome warns against corruption in judiciary as Kakamega gets new court

Koome warns against corruption in judiciary as Kakamega gets new court

Koome said the Judiciary would not tolerate corruption, insisting that judicial officers must uphold the highest ethical standards while dispensing justice...

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Chief Justice Martha Koome has issued a stern warning against corruption within the judiciary during her visit to Kakamega, emphasizing integrity as the cornerstone of justice. The visit also marked the official opening of new court facilities aimed at improving access to justice for residents.

  • Kakamega is set to benefit from a new Court of Appeal bench and a Small Claims Court in Mumias.
  • Chief Justice Martha Koome declared the Judiciary a "no-corruption zone" and reiterated a zero-tolerance policy.
  • The expansion of court infrastructure is intended to reduce travel costs, ease case backlogs, and ensure justice is accessible to all citizens.

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