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High Court Blocks Kenya From Hosting Foreign Ebola Quarantine Facilities

Patricia Waigwa May 29, 2026 0

On May 29, 2026, the High Court of Kenya temporarily stopped the government from establishing Ebola quarantine or treatment facilities linked to foreign nations. Consequently, the ruling froze any operational plans involving the United States or international partners. Additionally, the court

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High Court Nullifies Aisha Jumwa’s KRB Appointment

Patricia Waigwa May 20, 2026

The High Court of Kenya has nullified the appointment of Aisha Jumwa as Chairperson of the Kenya Roads Board. The ruling delivered a major legal setback to the government. Additionally, the court declared the appointment unconstitutional and illegal officially. Justice Bahati Mwamuye delivered the judgment during the latest proceedings. The court also termed the

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Court Backs NTSA as Graffiti Matatus Face Major Crackdown

Patricia Waigwa April 29, 2026

Kenya High Court has upheld a key transport directive. The ruling supports stricter rules for Public Service Vehicles. Therefore, PSVs must remove graffiti and tinted windows. The order strengthens public safety standards nationwide. Court Backs NTSA Safety Measures National Transport and Safety Authority issued the directive in May 2025. Some operators later challenged

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Babu Owino Seeks Court Orders to Reinstate Expelled Students Nationwide

Patricia Waigwa March 26, 2026

On March 25, 2026, Babu Owino launched a legal initiative to support affected students. Specifically, he aims to reinstate those suspended or expelled from universities and colleges.Moreover, he argues that education remains a constitutional right for every Kenyan student. Call for Affected Students to Come Forward Firstly, the MP urged students to submit their details

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Rastafarian Community Defends Religious Cannabis Use in High Court Case

Patricia Waigwa March 13, 2026

Members of the Rastafari Society of Kenya appeared before the High Court on March 13, 2026. They defended the religious use of cannabis during ongoing constitutional proceedings. The petitioners described cannabis as a “holy herb” and a gift from God.” According to the community, the plant plays a vital spiritual role in their faith. However, […]

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Music Copyright Society of Kenya Barred from Collecting Royalties

Patricia Waigwa February 13, 2026

The High Court has barred the Music Copyright Society of Kenya from collecting royalties from copyright users. The ruling came on Friday, February 13. Consequently, MCSK cannot levy fees during the disputed licensing period. The decision followed action by Kenya Copyright Board. The board declined to renew MCSK’s licence as a Collective Management Organisation. Therefore,

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High Court Stops Sifuna’s Removal as ODM Secretary General

Patricia Waigwa February 12, 2026

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna can breathe a sigh of relief after the High Court halted his removal as ODM Secretary General. On Thursday, February 12, the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal ordered the gazettement of Sifuna’s ouster to be suspended pending further hearings. “Pending the hearing and determination of this instant application, this tribunal hereby stays […]

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MPs Celebrate as Court of Appeal Restores NGCDF Act

Patricia Waigwa February 6, 2026

Court of Appeal Restores NGCDF Act Members of Parliament have scored a major victory after the Court of Appeal overturned a High Court ruling. The lower court had previously struck down the entire National Government Constituencies Development Fund (NGCDF) Act, 2015. The National Assembly filed a case on September 24, 2024, challenging the High Court’s […]

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Irungu Houghton Resigns from Protest Victims Panel

Patricia Waigwa January 9, 2026

Irungu Houghton, Amnesty International Kenya Director, resigned immediately from the protest victim’s compensation panel. Moreover, his decision followed constitutional concerns after the Kerugoya High Court declared the panel illegal. Court Ruling Alters Compensation FrameworkOn December 4, 2025, the Kerugoya High Court ruled the President lacked authority to

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High Court Sets Hearing Date in Rashid Echesa Defamation Case

Patricia Waigwa January 7, 2026

Court Hearing ScheduledThe High Court set January 22, 2026, for hearing Rashid Echesa’s defamation case. Moreover, the case involves Seth Panyako and Oga Obinna TV. Petition FiledEchesa filed the petition on January 7, accusing the duo of making false statements. Additionally, the remarks allegedly linked him to Malava by-election violence. Allegations Against