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Topic: Court

Rights group defends Tuju as courts clear way for Sh4.5bn property auction

By David Njaaga   2026-03-15 16:40:58

A grassroots human rights movement has condemned the forced auction of properties linked to former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju, arguing the process amounts to persecution rather than justice.

Kenya Rastafarians challenge cannabis ban in high court, claim spiritual right

By Jael Wakesho   2026-03-14 10:47:41

The community is challenging Cannabis Sativa’s prohibition laws in the High Court, arguing that the plant, deemed as a holy sacrament, is allegedly essential to their spiritual worship and meditation.

Court backs case against police attacks on scribes

By Julius Chepkwony   2026-03-13 21:42:47

The High Court in Nakuru has allowed a petition challenging alleged police harassment and attacks on journalists covering the 2024 protests.

Rights groups applaud Court of Appeals decision on cybercrime law

By Juliet Omelo   2026-03-13 20:01:01

Kenyan rights groups praise the Court of Appeal ruling that declared parts of the Cybercrimes Act unconstitutional, bolstering digital rights and free expression.

Court sends two Nakuru women to mediation in 6-year dispute over cows

By Daniel Chege   2026-03-13 14:10:12

The dispute centres on two cows, Ruma and Lelgina, whose ownership, in an unusual development, were subjected to a DNA test in 2020 to determine their rightful owner.

Ruto nominates Supreme Court Judge Njoki Ndung'u for ICC judge post

By Esther Nyambura   2026-03-13 06:00:00

President Ruto nominates Supreme Court Judge Njoki Ndung’u as Kenya’s candidate for ICC judge post, to compete with six other candidates in elections from Dec 7 to 17.