Chief Justice Koome Urges Judiciary to Earn Public Trust
Koome: Public trust in Judiciary must be earned
Chief Justice Martha Koome has emphasized the need for the Judiciary to earn public trust through everyday justice. She noted that public trust depends on citizens' experiences with the courts, and that justice must be accessible, fair, and responsive to the needs of ordinary Kenyans.
The Judiciary is implementing its Social Transformation Through Access to Justice blueprint to improve access to judicial services, particularly for those hindered by poverty and geographical distance. This includes expanding Small Claims Courts and promoting community-led Alternative Justice Systems.
Key Interventions
- Expansion of Small Claims Courts for faster dispute resolution
- Promotion of community-led Alternative Justice Systems
- Adoption of digital services, including electronic filing and virtual hearings
Koome also stressed the need for greater accountability within the Judiciary, emphasizing that performance should be judged not only by the number of cases concluded but also by how litigants are treated throughout the process.
Source: KBC Digital. AI-assisted summary.
