In constitutional democracies, judicial independence is not protected by silence—it is protected by distance. Distance from political power, from partisan…
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34 Days to Lose a Home: A Wife, a Loan, and the Land Transfer That Failed the Law
In a dramatic clash between law and timelines, the Environment and Land Court at Thika overturned a judgment that changed…
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High Court Frees Children from Prison: What RC v Republic Means for Kenyan Families
A child never stood before a judge, never heard a sentence read out, yet lived behind prison walls. In RC…
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When a Post Becomes a Crime: The Harrison Nyende Mumia Case and the Shrinking Space for Free Expression in Kenya
In Kenya today, a single social media post can be the difference between freedom and a prison cell. A few…
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When Data, Democracy and the Law Collide: The Sarah Bireete Case Explained
In January 2026, prominent Ugandan lawyer and human rights defender Dr. Sarah Bireete was formally charged with unlawfully obtaining and…
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When Silence Becomes a Right: The Matatu Noise Petition and What It Means for Commuters in Kenya
Can loud music in matatus violate constitutional rights? In Constitutional Petition No. E861 of 2025, a Kenyan advocate challenges the…
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The Impeachment of Governor Amos Nyaribo
Governor Amos Nyaribo was impeached by the Nyamira County Assembly after 23 of its 31 members voted to remove him…
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A Legal Bid to End Presidential Election Tallying at National Centre
A new constitutional petition by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah challenges the legality of Kenya’s National Tallying Centre, arguing that presidential…
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Highlights from the Kenya Gazette Notice dated 21st November 2025
On 21 November 2025, the Kenya Gazette published a set of significant notices affecting the judiciary, land administration, and public…
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A Neighbourly Dispute Becomes a Landmark Ruling on Privacy and CCTV Cameras
In a landmark ruling, Kenya’s Data Protection Commissioner has held that while homeowners have a right to security, their CCTV…
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