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Thee scope and application of the doctrine of legitimate expectation inrenewal of fixed-term contracts of employment in Kenya: A review of case law

The doctrine of legitimate expectation is a fundamental principle of natural justice that has its roots in public law, specifically the administrative legal realm. It is founded on two core princi...

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When the gavel follows the commander’s whistle: A spotlight on civilian trials in military Courts

A military court is empowered to determine the guilt of members of the armed forces subject to military law. In the military A military court, also known as a court-martial, is a specialized j...

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Say his Name: When police cells become coffins and speaking the truth becomes a death sentence in Kenya

On the afternoon of June 7, 2025, Albert Ojwang was arrested while having lunch with his wife and young son in their village in Kakoth, Homa Bay County. He was 31 years old, a father, a husban...

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Message from the East African Civil Society Organisations Forum-(EACSOF)-Kenya Chapter

Cabinet Secretary Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Republic of Kenya Dear Sir, I have taken the liberty to write this open letter following your interview with the Citizen Television on Tuesday, 20...

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Youthful population’s digital activism: A force to reckon with

“All sovereign power belongs to the people of Kenya and shall be exercised in accordance with this Constitution.” (Article 1(1) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010). Barely two years after ascen...

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Corruption is a way of life in Kenya: A hypothesis

While the definition of the word corruption may vary, the concept of corruption is rather constant. Corruption denotes dishonesty by a person or an organization vested with authority with the aim ...

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For The Record: In memory of Pheroze Nowrojee SC

The habit of taking notes at dawn is one I learnt from Pheroze Nowrojee SC. He believed clarity wakes early. When we met for tea last September, he spoke of “the continuing task” of defending ...

admin May 6, 2025 412 views

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Honourable Chief Justice’s Address During the Special court tribute proceedings in Honour of the late Honourable Justices David Majanja and Daniel Ogembo – 4th April 2025

1. I am pleased to be presiding over this closing of file proceedings in honour of two towering jurists the late Hon. Justice David Majanja and the late Hon. Justice Daniel Ogembo. 2. This Specia...

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Pheroze Nowrojee’s legacy in advancing constitutionalism and pan-african ideals through public interest litigation

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admin May 6, 2025 431 views