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Koome’s office given 30 days to respond on petition challenging judicial reforms

The High Court has granted the office of Chief Justice Martha Koome 30 days to file its response in a petition challenging the legality of provisions within the Fair Administrative […]
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The Troubling Court of Appeal Stay Order on Ruto’s Advisers

The recent ruling by the Court of Appeal allowing the President’s advisers to remain in office pending the determination of a substantive appeal has generated intense public debate. Much of […]
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Judiciary’s Quiet Alignment Should Worry Every Kenyan

The Standard’s weekend headline landed with unusual force: ‘Unholy trinity: Kenyans left alone as three arms of government close ranks’. Most readers probably nodded when they reached the sections about […]
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Petition seeks to suspend implementation of National Infrastructure Fund Act

Katiba Institute has filed a petition seeking to suspend the implementation of the National Infrastructure Fund Act, 2026. In the petition ,Katiba institute want the court to issue conservatory orders […]
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Katiba Institute Equips Journalists With Skills on Environmental Justice Reporting

NAIROBI, Kenya- Journalists from across Kenya have been challenged to deepen their reporting on climate governance and environmental justice following a training organised by the Katiba Institute in Nakuru. The […]
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Lobby groups challenge criminalization of consensual sexual relationships between adolescents

The High Court at Milimani on Tuesday heard a constitutional petition challenging provisions of the Sexual Offences Act that criminalize consensual sexual relationships between adolescents. Advocates argued that sending children […]
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Katiba Institute warns MPs over National Infrastructure Fund Bill’s devolution risks

The National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) Bill, 2026, is facing scrutiny from constitutional and public interest groups, which have highlighted areas that could conflict with Kenya’s legal framework and devolution principles. […]
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Katiba Institute Seeks Clarity On Nairobi National-County Cooperation Agreement

Nairobi — Katiba Institute has demanded comprehensive disclosure from Nairobi City County over a signed partnership with the national government in the delivery of key devolved services, raising fresh questions about […]
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