Practicing Law with a Kenyan/Foreign Degree in the US
The most popular narrative surrounding the USA is that it is the land of opportunities. One survey monitoring Kenya’s migrant flow established that the US hosts the highest number of Kenyan migrants. However, are there viable opportunities for Kenyan lawyers and advocates seeking to practice law in the US? Does the US recognize Kenyan law […]
International Day of Women Judges 2024
March 10th is the International Day of Women Judges (IDWJ), a day set aside by the UN to recognize the contributions of women judges worldwide. According to the United Nations Development Fund, Women’s meaningful representation in justice is a precondition to bringing justice to those most need it. Kenya’s judiciary is among the institutions leaning […]
7-Steps Guide for Young Lawyers Applying for Prosecuting Cousel Positions at the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions.
About Peter Wanyama Peter Wanyama (PMO) is a seasoned Nairobi lawyer with a noteworthy practice in constitutional law and policy and legislative development. His career accolades include taking part in setting up the Legal Audit practice in Kenya through the Kenya School of Law CPD program, developing first drafts for the Land Bill, Community Land […]
Celebrating Achievements in the Kenyan Legal Landscape: African Legal Awards 2023
In the heart of Africa’s legal arena, the African Legal Awards have once again illuminated the path of excellence and dedication within the legal profession. The 1st of September this year saw Johannesburg, South Africa, host this prestigious event where outstanding legal minds and institutions were recognized and celebrated for their exceptional contributions to the […]
SHINING STARS OF THE NAIROBI LEGAL GALAXY: A Night of Triumph and Tenacity.
SHINING STARS OF THE NAIROBI LEGAL GALAXY: A Night of Triumph and Tenacity The Nairobi Legal Awards, an initiative of the Law Society of Kenya Nairobi Branch, unfolded to a fascinating audience, leaving no doubt that Nairobi’s legal elites had come to celebrate and be celebrated at the prestigious Safari Park Nairobi on the 4th of […]
Court revokes appointment of Kebs CEO, NSC Chairman
Bernard Njiraini/ NMG NAIROBI, Kenya May 31- A judge has revoked the appointments of Chief Executive Officers at the Kenya Bureau of Standards (Kebs) and chairman of the National Standards Council (NSC). Bernard Njiraini and Bernard Ngore were slated for the two positions respectively. Justice Maureen Onyango of the Employment and Labour Relations Court revoked […]
New rules barring comments on presidential petition challenged in court
Lawyer Omwanza Ombati The Star NAIROBI, Kenya May 27- Lawyer Omwanza Ombati has moved to court to challenge Supreme Court rules aimed at barring advocates and litigants from commenting on a presidential election petition after it has been filed at the top court before the matter is concluded. The new rules recently published by Chief […]
Lawyer suffers Sh7.4 million blow after client fails to transfer house
Lady Justice Lucy Mbugua/ NMG NAIROBI, Kenya May 25- A judge in Nairobi’s Environment and Land Court has ordered a lawyer to refund Sh4.4 million and pay a fine of Sh3 million after his client failed to transfer a house in the Lavington area more than ten years ago. Justice Lucy Mbugua found that Onesmus […]
KPA to access frozen accounts following a court order
Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) is developing a new deep-sea Lamu port in Manda Bay, Lamu County, Kenya, aiming to create a regional transport hub/ KPA NAIROBI, Kenya May 20- The Kenya Ports Authority can now access seven of its bank accounts following an order by The High Court of Kenya. The seven bank accounts had […]
KRA to miss out on billions in case against betting firms
Times Tower building in Nairobi, Kenya/ Courtesy. NAIROBI, Kenya May 17- The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has lost its bid to collect billions from betting firms for the period between 2018 and 2019 following a High Court ruling. High Court judge David Majanja ruled that during the period, tax on winnings did not involve the […]
