Martha Koome
Martha Koome is the Chief Justice of Kenya and the first woman to hold this position, recognized for her commitment to upholding the rule of law and advancing judicial reforms in the country.
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Chief Justice Martha Koome has called for stronger safety measures in schools following the deadly fire at Utumishi Girls Academy.
Koome urges review of school safety standards after tragic Utumishi Girls fire
Kenya· 2026-05-29
Chief Justice Martha Koome is being asked to empanel judges for the electoral reform petition.
Activists want Governors, legislators to obtaining 50 plus one vote to be declared winnersKenya· 2026-03-03
Chief Justice Martha Koome argued that the complaints against her are constitutionally defective.
Apex court judges challenge petitions seeking their ousterKenya· 2026-02-27
Chief Justice Martha Koome, Deputy Chief Justice Philomena Mwilu and William Ouko were also promoted from the same court.
Ruto's ex-lawyer Katwa Kigen, among Supreme Court Judge applicantsKenya· 2026-02-25
Martha Koome is the current Chief Justice who took over the Judiciary after the standoff.
Judges sue AG, Treasury PS, Solicitor General over failure to pay them Sh120mKenya· 2026-02-25
The court has a total of seven judges led by Chief Justice Martha Koome.
Judge Katwa Kigen among six seeking to join Supreme Court benchKenya· 2026-02-25
Chief Justice Martha Koome underscored the role the Society has played in streamlining the judiciary.
Don't run away, Murkomen tells Law Society of KenyaKenya· 2026-02-01
Chief Justice Martha Koome received formal complaint letters demanding the resignation of Commissioner Isaac Ruto.
From questionable credibility to bias, the shame of Judiciary being reduced to loyalty testKenya· 2026-01-29
Chief Justice Martha Koome received formal complaint letters demanding the resignation of Commissioner Isaac Ruto.
Judicial independence on trial as JSC's Isaac Ruto faces bias claimsKenya· 2026-01-29The event was attended by Chief Justice Martha Koome.
New Court of Appeal judges sworn inKenya· 2026-01-28
Chief Justice Martha Koome said the recruitment process was rigorous, transparent, and competitive.
Ruto appoints 15 Court of Appeal judgesKenya· 2026-01-27
Martha Koome is the Chief Justice and chairs the JSC.
Explained: Court of Appeal nominations spark debate on gender balanceKenya· 2026-01-25Martha Koome is the Chief Justice who led the ruling to lift the ban on Ahmednasir Abdullahi.
Supreme Court lifts ban after Ahmednasir vows to stop attacksKenya· 2026-01-23
Chief Justice Martha Koome stated that the nomination process was rigorous and transparent.
Ruto's lawyer, IPOA boss among 15 nominees for Court of Appeal JudgesKenya· 2026-01-22
Chief Justice Martha Koome stated that the nomination process was rigorous, transparent, and competitive.
Ruto's lawyer, IPOA boss among 15 nominated for Court of AppealKenya· 2026-01-22Chief Justice Martha Koome is involved in the ruling regarding Ahmednasir's ban from appearing before the Supreme Court.
Ahmednasir apologises to judges, says he'll stop attacking JudiciaryKenya· 2026-01-22Chief Justice Martha Koome has declared a vacancy in the Supreme Court following the death of Justice Mohamed Ibrahim.
JSC invites applications for Supreme Court judge after Justice Ibrahim's deathKenya· 2026-01-14
Chief Justice Martha Koome was mentioned as part of the Supreme Court Judges in the article.
Court of Appeal allows JSC to continue handling complaints against judgesKenya· 2026-01-13
The swearing-in was administered by Chief Justice and President of the Supreme Court Lady Justice Martha Koome.
Ali Abdullahi Surraw sworn in as new SRC CEOKenya· 2026-01-12
Chief Justice Martha Koome reappointed judges to hear cases challenging Deputy President Gachagua’s removal.
Judiciary faces fresh test after defiant 2025 decisions against StateKenya· 2026-01-11
Chief Justice Martha Koome shakes hands with Justice Mohamed Ibrahim after he was sworn in at the Supreme Court building.
Tributes pour in for Mohammed IbrahimKenya· 2025-12-17Chief Justice Martha Koome was among the dignitaries present at the event.
Nyayo Stadium comes alive for Jamhuri Day feteKenya· 2025-12-13
Chief Justice Martha Koome was among the leaders present at the celebrations.
Thousands at Nyayo National Stadium for 62nd Jamhuri day fete (Photos)Kenya· 2025-12-12
Martha Koome is the Chief Justice to whom the committee's recommendation will be communicated.
Wetang'ula, Kibwana, among 54 advocates recommended for Senior Counsel rankKenya· 2025-12-05
Chief Justice Martha Koome is referred to in a petition filed by Kung’u Muigai regarding a legal matter.
Kung'u Muigai challenges Judges, JSC over 443-acre Kiambu farm lossKenya· 2025-11-28
Chief Justice Martha Koome unveiled the annual report showing the Judiciary posted a 104 per cent case clearance rate in the 2024/25 financial year.
Kindiki pledges passage of judges' retirement benefits lawKenya· 2025-11-21
Chief Justice Martha Koome was present at the event.
IN PICTURES: President Ruto's third State of the Nation AddressKenya· 2025-11-20
Martha Koome is the Chief Justice of Kenya who is included in the petitions seeking removal of Supreme Court judges.
Why judges have declined to recuse themselves from petition seeking to oust CJ KoomeKenya· 2025-11-14
Martha Koome is the Chief Justice of Kenya mentioned in the petitions for removal.
Why judges have declined to recuse themselves from petition seeking to oust CJ KoomeKenya· 2025-11-14Captain Wafubwa accuses Chief Justice Martha Koome of changing the nature of court proceedings from public to private without public participation.
Retired Air Force officer petitions JSC to oust CJ KoomeKenya· 2025-11-04