ICJ Kenya, represented by their advocates Mr. Chigiti and Mr. Githuka, appeared before Justice Lenaola on January 27, 2012 on preliminary matters concerning the public interest class action that was launched on behalf of victims of IDP camps.

ICJ Kenya has now obtained the actual Provisional Warrant against President Omar el Bashir of the Sudan, if he should come to Kenya. As provided for under section 32 of Kenya’s  International Crimes Act, the warrant has been signed by Justice Ombija, the judge who issued it, and sealed by the High Court. The Warrant can be downloaded here:

On January 12, 2012, Civil Society members joined together to express their misgivings with the appointment process for the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).  The process, apart from being behind the deadline set by the Constitution, has been questionable and illogical in recommending commission officials.  The EACC is a vital mechanism for fighting corruption in Kenya, and requires the highest levels of integrity and credibility. 

ICJ Kenya joined Transparency International, FIDA Kenya, ICPC, CLARION and CRECO in issuing a joint press statement to express their concerns.  The full press statement can be seen here.

ICJ Kenya collaborated with Transparency International, Kenya, to put on a training workshop for CSOs in Eldoret on December 14, 2011.  The workshop was to focus on the Vetting of Judges and Magistrates Act, with a view to building community capacity, and empowering public participation in the vetting process, which is slated to begin early in 2012.