Philomena Mbete Mwilu

Philomena Mbete Mwilu is the Deputy Chief Justice of Kenya and Vice-President of the Supreme Court. Appointed in 2016, she is known for her extensive legal experience and has played a crucial role in various landmark rulings in the country. Mwilu has been an advocate for judicial independence and integrity, often emphasizing the importance of upholding the rule of law. As a member of the Supreme Court, she contributes to the court's decisions on significant issues such as constitutional interpretation and electoral disputes. Following the death of Justice Mohamed Ibrahim, she currently serves on a bench that is temporarily reduced to six judges.