International Girls in ICT Day 2024 Featuring Lujain AbbasÂ
International Girls in ICT Day is held every fourth Thursday of April. The observance is an initiative by the International Telecommunication Union to encourage women and girls to pursue careers in tech and bridge the gender gap in the tech space. This year’s theme for the observance is leadership, and rightfully so. We live in […]
Faith and the Legal Profession: The Association of Muslim Lawyers
The Constitution of Kenya provides for the separation of Church and State. Nonetheless, Kenya is a highly religious country, with statistics on religious affiliations showing that 85% of its population professes Christianity and that 11% (5.6 million people) of its population professes Islam. Therefore, the prevalence of religion in Kenya’s society explains the presence of […]
Leveraging Litigation and Advocacy to Promote Human Rights: Kevin Mwangi’s Journey
Kevin Mwangi, a program officer at the independent medical-legal unit, is a human rights lawyer with over 5 years of global experience working and advancing human rights with expertise in law, democratic governance, and constitutionalism. He was recognised by the Nairobi Legal Awards program as the corporate lawyer of the year in 2020 and as […]
Relaxing as a Lawyer: Amateur Interests That Level up Your Lawyering Skills
The legal profession is demanding, with most lawyers exceeding the 40-48 hours per week standard set for other occupations. However, being intentional about stepping away from lawyering and resting is crucial for your physical and mental health. On the one hand, your downtime can include passive rest, whereby you sleep or relax to overcome physical […]
Studying Law with a Kenyan/Foreign Degree in the US
The US hosts the highest number of international students globally, with statistics showing that it has over one million international students during the 2022/2023 academic year. A high-quality education, a multicultural environment, a unique curriculum, and ample opportunities are among the primary reasons why people choose to study in the US. However, given that the […]
Changing The Face of Poverty by Investing To Close The Gap Between Policy And Practice: Anna Mutavati’s Reflections
Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress is this year’s International Women’s Day theme. The theme is timely because women in Kenya are underrepresented in leadership, policy, legislation, and governance. Consequently, they face discrimination in resource allocation and access to opportunities. On the one hand, Kenya’s policies demonstrate good faith toward achieving gender parity. For instance, Kenya’s […]
Upholding Human Dignity: Sanitary Towels and the Pursuit of Girls’ Rights in Kenya
In the heart of Kenya’s vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes lies a critical issue that underscores the essence of human rights for girls: the provision of sanitary towels. While the world witnesses advancements in various domains, the basic human right to dignity remains compromised for many young girls in Kenya due to inadequate access to […]
Legal Entrepreneur
Wahome Ngatia delves into legal business models, ethical dilemmas, success stories, and practical tips for aspiring legal entrepreneurs. Whether you’re a seasoned lawyer or a law student with big dreams, join us on this journey of legal innovation. What it’s like to be a legal entrepreneur: Voices of lawyers who own law firms Lawyers don’t […]
Unearthing the Ills of the Pupillage Program in Kenya
About two years ago Social media was on a frenzy due to a Twitter (now X) post that tried throwing jabs at a pupil for the mode of transport she chose. Since there was no backstory, netizens made assumptions and picked a side to battle for. This particularly sparked outrage from the young bar members […]
#My2024. Perspectives, Ambitions and Trends in Law
As the legal world evolves, we sought the perspectives of four young and driven lawyers to shed light on their aspirations for 2024 and their insights into the unfolding trends within the legal field. In this article, we bring you their compelling responses, offering a glimpse into the ambitions that fuel their professional journeys and […]
