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He said accountability did not necessarily require police to immediately locate a missing person but demanded clear communication about what had happened and the steps being taken to establish their whereabouts.
Justice Alexander Muasya Muteti on Wednesday, November 4, certified an application filed by Zakaria Abshir urgent and directed nine respondents to produce Abdi at the Milimani High Court at 2:30pm.
The society warned that the disappearance of an advocate over the discharge of professional duties would undermine the administration of justice, independence of the legal profession and the rule of law.
Philip Kipkemoi Langat filed the petition through lawyer Felix Keaton, arguing that IEBC has failed to fulfil its constitutional responsibility under Article 89 to periodically review electoral boundaries.
LSK President Charles Kanjama said the Society had received complaints from advocates who were unable to complete ongoing conveyancing and land transactions because of the outage.
Odhiambo noted that the decision to approach The Hague should be viewed as a serious warning about confidence in Kenya's domestic institutions as the country moves towards the 2027 General Election
Wahome's comments paint a picture of a justice system where allegations of corruption are not limited to isolated incidents, but are linked to wider concerns about delays, inefficiency and accountability
In a ruling delivered on Thursday, Principal Magistrate Geoffrey Onsaringo said the proposed witnesses could provide material evidence that would assist the court in making a fair determination of the inquest.
The planned law is expected to address growing concerns over shrinking payslips after months of public complaints about PAYE, the Affordable Housing Levy and contributions to the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF).
The Facilitation of Assembly, Picketing and Demonstration Bill, 2026 seeks to replace the current approach that has often seen demonstrations stopped because of disagreements over police notification.
Kanjama said the society is gathering reports from affected advocates and will review the cases before deciding on the next course of action against judicial officers accused of interfering with the boycott.
Judiciary spokesperson Paul Ndemo described the planned action as "not an appropriate or proportionate response", saying it would mainly affect litigants whose matters are already scheduled for hearing.
The society directed all advocates not to participate in court hearings or applications during the one-day boycott, except in limited circumstances outlined in its guidelines.
LSK President Charles Kanjama says the discovery of Wairimu's body came just two days after advocate Edward Muthee Kariuki was shot dead in Athi River, saying the back-to-back deaths had shaken the legal fraternity.
Addressing a Linda Mwananchi rally in Mosocho, Kitutu Chache South Constituency, on Friday, Odhiambo said the continued rise in cases of violence against women and children showed that existing interventions were not delivering the desired results.
The ODM MP assured those planning to join the demonstrations that legal help would be available if arrests are made.
Odhiambo rose to national prominence during her tenure at the Law Society of Kenya, where she became a leading voice in defending civil liberties and challenging state actions she viewed as excessive.
According to the victims, the list of beneficiaries should be made public before any payments are released to eliminate doubts over who will benefit from the Sh2 billion programme announced by the government.
Martha Karua accuses the Kenya Kwanza administration of failing to stamp out “goonism” amid reported attacks during demonstrations and political events. She calls for a national dialogue and accountability as security agencies investigate.
According to LSK President Charles Kanjama, employers are obligated to follow existing court orders and cannot independently decide to continue deductions under a law that has already been declared unconstitutional.
According to the Judiciary, the proposed framework forms part of ongoing efforts to modernise court operations through technology while ensuring safeguards are put in place to prevent misuse.
Former LSK President Faith Odhiambo says Kenya’s child protection situation is worsening, citing official records of over 10,000 cases between Jan 2025 and Mar 2026. She calls for urgent investigations and prosecutions by authorities.
Women’s rights organisations in Kenya have issued a 40-day ultimatum to the government to declare gender-based violence and femicide a national crisis, citing weekly femicide reports and urging enforcement of existing laws and specialist response.
LSK President Charles Kanjama said the latest adjustments have worsened pressure on citizens and the business sector, accusing key state institutions of decisions that have pushed the cost of living higher.
The Law Society of Kenya has called for swift, impartial investigations into a fatal shooting of boda boda riders during protests in Luanda, Vihiga County. IPOA has launched a probe into the police operation that preceded the unrest.
Odhiambo also raises issues with the proposed tax treatment of mitumba imports. The Bill introduces a new Section 12H in the Income Tax Act, which assumes a 5% profit on customs value and requires payment before goods are released by the Kenya Revenue Authority. She says this means a trader bringing in goods worth Sh1 million would pay Sh50,000 whether or not they make profit or loss, calling the approach unfair.
The President congratulated Justice Warsame on his elevation to the Supreme Court, describing the appointment as a rare responsibility held by only a small number of jurists in the country.
Nowrojee, widely respected for his fierce advocacy for human rights and justice, passed away in the United States on April 5, 2025, aged 84.
The youth leaders appealed to the public to distinguish between justified police action and unlawful force, adding that Murkomen’s leadership was already making a positive impact in the conflict-prone Kerio Valley.
The move aims to safeguard the integrity of the legal profession and protect the public from fraudulent practices.