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High Court Declines to Force Parliament on MP Recall Law

Patricia Waigwa
On Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the High Court dismissed a petition seeking to declare Parliament in violation of the Constitution for failing to enact an operational law allowing Kenyans to recall Members of Parliament. Justice Roselyne Aburili ruled that the case was filed too early because Parliament is already considering legislation that addresses the issue. […]
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Lawyer Seeks to Stop NTSA’s New Inspection Rules

Patricia Waigwa
Constitutional lawyer Charles Mugane petitioned the High Court to halt the Traffic Motor Vehicle Inspection Rules 2026 introduced by the National Transport and Safety Authority. Specifically, the new regulations, scheduled to roll out nationwide on July 1, 2026, mandate strict annual safety checks for private motor vehicles older than four years, alongside commercial,
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Court Refuses to Halt Finance Bill 2026

Patricia Waigwa
A legal battle over the Finance Bill 2026 has reached the High Court, though not entirely in the petitioner’s favour. Specifically, the court certified as urgent a petition challenging several provisions of the bill, but declined to grant the conservatory orders sought by the Consumer Federation of Kenya. What the Court Ordered Justice David Mburu […]
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Gachagua Heads to Court of Appeal After Impeachment Blow

Patricia Waigwa
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has confirmed plans to challenge the High Court ruling that upheld his impeachment. Following the June 8, 2026 judgment, Gachagua stated that the court misinterpreted key constitutional principles. Consequently, his legal team is preparing an appeal before the Court of Appeal. Additionally, the lawyers argue that the judgment
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Gachagua Loses Impeachment Case, Wins KSh 50M

Patricia Waigwa
On June 8, 2026, the High Court upheld the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Consequently, the court dismissed consolidated petitions that sought to overturn his removal from office. A three-judge bench comprising Justices Eric Ogolla, Anthony Mrima, and Fridah Mugambi delivered the highly anticipated ruling. Additionally, the judgment confirmed that
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All Eyes on Court as Gachagua Awaits Impeachment Verdict

Patricia Waigwa
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is set to learn his political fate today, June 8, 2026. Consequently, a three-judge High Court bench will deliver its long-awaited ruling on his 2024 impeachment. The judgment will be issued at the Milimani Law Courts. Additionally, the ruling could significantly influence Kenya’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 General […]
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High Court Nullifies Aisha Jumwa’s KRB Appointment

Patricia Waigwa
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