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Babu Owino promises legal aid for arrested Gen Z protesters
The ODM MP assured those planning to join the demonstrations that legal help would be available if arrests are made.
Law Society of Kenya
Politics
Faith Odhiambo: Why I joined Linda Mwananchi
Odhiambo rose to national prominence during her tenure at the Law Society of Kenya, where she became a leading voice in defending civil liberties and challenging state actions she viewed as excessive.
News
Victims reject 'secrecy' over Sh2 billion compensation plan
According to the victims, the list of beneficiaries should be made public before any payments are released to eliminate doubts over who will benefit from the Sh2 billion programme announced by the government.
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Karua blames government for rising 'goonism', calls for accountability
Martha Karua accuses the Kenya Kwanza administration of failing to stamp out “goonism” amid reported attacks during demonstrations and political events. She calls for a national dialogue and accountability as security agencies investigate.
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LSK warns employers against NSSF deductions under contested law
According to LSK President Charles Kanjama, employers are obligated to follow existing court orders and cannot independently decide to continue deductions under a law that has already been declared unconstitutional.
Corridors of Justice
Judiciary cracks down on AI-Generated court filings after fake citations emerge
According to the Judiciary, the proposed framework forms part of ongoing efforts to modernise court operations through technology while ensuring safeguards are put in place to prevent misuse.
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Faith Odhiambo calls for urgent action as child protection cases rise
Former LSK President Faith Odhiambo says Kenya’s child protection situation is worsening, citing official records of over 10,000 cases between Jan 2025 and Mar 2026. She calls for urgent investigations and prosecutions by authorities.
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Women’s groups issue 40-day ultimatum over rising femicide cases in Kenya
Women’s rights organisations in Kenya have issued a 40-day ultimatum to the government to declare gender-based violence and femicide a national crisis, citing weekly femicide reports and urging enforcement of existing laws and specialist response.
News
LSK issues six demands over fuel, power price hikes, threatens court action
LSK President Charles Kanjama said the latest adjustments have worsened pressure on citizens and the business sector, accusing key state institutions of decisions that have pushed the cost of living higher.
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LSK demands swift probe into Luanda shooting as IPOA investigates police operation
The Law Society of Kenya has called for swift, impartial investigations into a fatal shooting of boda boda riders during protests in Luanda, Vihiga County. IPOA has launched a probe into the police operation that preceded the unrest.
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Former LSK boss raises alarm over Finance Bill 2026 tax burden on households and businesses
Odhiambo also raises issues with the proposed tax treatment of mitumba imports. The Bill introduces a new Section 12H in the Income Tax Act, which assumes a 5% profit on customs value and requires payment before goods are released by the Kenya Revenue Authority. She says this means a trader bringing in goods worth Sh1 million would pay Sh50,000 whether or not they make profit or loss, calling the approach unfair.
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Ruto pushes for judicial integrity as Warsame joins Supreme Court bench
The President congratulated Justice Warsame on his elevation to the Supreme Court, describing the appointment as a rare responsibility held by only a small number of jurists in the country.