Katiba Institute has today (22.01.2026) moved to the High Court to challenge the continued defiance by the Executive and the Legislature of the Constitution and binding court decisions on the administration of statutory tribunals.

Milestone: Katiba Institute welcomes the High Court’s supervision of the deletion of all data unlawfully collected from Kenyans by Worldcoin, and commends the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) for ensuring full compliance with the Court’s orders.

High Court halts construction of Sh11bn Riruta-Lenana-Ngong rail: nation.africa/kenya/news/h... via @NationAfrica #Accountability #AccessToInformation

Death penalty situation tragic mess without adding drug trade: the-star.co.ke/siasa/2026-0... via @TheStarKenya #DeathPenalty #KatibaCorner #RuleofLaw

Happening: The Affordable Housing Case Hearing: Katiba Institute Counsels Joshua Malidzo, Ray Odanga and Dr Henry Gichana at the hearing of the Appeal challenging the constitutionality of the Affordable Housing Act, 2024. #AffordableHousingCase

Right to privacy: Why LSK has sued AG, Health Ministry over Sh209b data deal with US standardmedia.co.ke/courts/artic...

#IDeserveToKnow: Thirsty villagers petition county over extreme water shortage www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-easter...

Thank you, Election Observation Group (KENYA), for the honour and kind recognition. We are grateful for the Gathaka Award and for the continued support and collaboration that make our work possible.

The High Court has overturned custodial sentences handed to three women with children, substituting them with probation after finding it unfair for minors to serve time with their mothers despite their innocence. standardmedia.co.ke/courts/artic... #Dignity #Justice

Ugandans head to the General Election on Thursday, seeking to decide whether to extend the term of President Yoweri Museveni beyond the 40 years he has been in office. nation.africa/africa/news/...

#PoliceAccountability: IPOA launch investigation into fatal shooting of a man in Embakasi peopledaily.digital/news/ipoa-la...

Court halts use of private lawyers by public institutions: The High Court has temporarily stopped public institutions and county governments from engaging private law firms for work that can be done by State counsels and county attorneys. nation.africa/kenya/news/m...

Referendum with election? The Prime Cabinet Secretary’s Referendum Notion katibainstitute.org/the-prime-ca... @thestarkenya.bsky.social

Key Constitutional Provisions Implicated: 1. Article 26 of the Constitution guarantees every person the right to life. 2. Article 28 guarantees every person the right to human dignity.

Ticking time bomb: Many buildings in Kenya risk collapse nation.africa/kenya/news/t... @nationafrica.bsky.social

In July 2025, KI unveiled its Strategic Plan 2025–2029, articulating our organisational identity, strategic ambitions, goals, and priority interventions. Have a look via katibainstitute.org/wp-content/u...

Our offices are now open, and we are back to advancing and fostering the spirit of constitutionalism. You are welcome to visit us, or reach out through our website katibainstitute.org and our social media platforms.

We end the year grateful for the people and partnerships that made our work possible. Happy Holidays!

Empowering Communities Through Climate Law: Today, Katiba Institute brings together members of the Community Land Action Now (CLAN) network for a training on the amendments to the Climate Change Act and their effects on community land.

PROUD of our ethnic, cultural and religious diversity, and determined to live in peace and unity as one indivisible sovereign nation. #JamhuriDay2025

To deny people their human rights is to challenge their very humanity - Nelson Mandela #HumanRights #HumanRightsDay2025 #OurEverydayRights

Day 2: Bridging Citizens and Government through Access to Information Katiba Institute in #SamburuCounty today gathers public officials, community representatives, local CSOs, and journalists to strengthen Access to Information practices and improve ATI compliance. #IDeserveToKnow

Strengthening Partnerships for Human Rights: This Human Rights Week, Katiba Institute is conducting a series of activities in Samburu County. Earlier today, a team led by Deputy ED met with the Officer-in-Charge of Maralal G.K. Prison to plan for the legal aid clinic scheduled for 10 December.

Would you like the idea of eating things watered by the Nairobi River? Riparian zones play an essential ecological, social, and infrastructural role in urban environments - www.the-star.co.ke/siasa/2025-1... #KatibaCorner

PUBLICATION: Understanding Human Rights Human rights are at the heart of our Constitution. They belong to every individual and community. Equality requires that the law treats everyone fairly, and we all share the duty to respect the rights of others. #KnowYourConstitution #HumanRightsForAll

Court Update: Katiba Institute’s counsel, Joshua Malidzo, appeared at the Court of Appeal for the hearing of the NGCDF appeal. The National Assembly and the NGCDF Board are challenging the High Court’s finding that the fund is unconstitutional.

Seed Sovereignty: Today, the High Court in Machakos delivered a landmark judgment in Samuel Wathome & Others v. Kenya Plant and Health Inspectorate & Others (Petition No. 11 of 2022). #SaveOurSeeds

Voting: Article 86 of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) At every election, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission shall ensure that - (a) whatever voting method is used, the system is simple, accurate, verifiable, secure, accountable and transparent; @iebckenya.bsky.social

Power of mercy: Article 133 is not just about pardons. It also allows the postponement of a punishment, changing the sentence to a less severe one, reducing the length of sentence or removing it entirely - katibainstitute.org/presidents-m... #KatibaCorner

Earlier today, the KI team, led by our Deputy ED, met with the Norwegian Embassy in Nairobi team to reflect on the key milestones of the ongoing “Empowering State Institutions and Citizens to Use Access to Information for Good Governance and Human Rights” project. #IDeserveToKnow

Katiba Institute in Court Challenging Unlawful Creation of Presidential Advisor Posts: The High Court is hearing Katiba Institute’s petition challenging the creation of new “Advisors to the President” offices and the appointment of individuals to those positions.

Empowering Communities for Climate Adaptation: Today, Katiba Institute, in collaboration with NAMATI and @naturaljustice.bsky.social, is meeting with the Community Land Owners Alliance of Kenya (CLOAK) to address aspects of the Climate Change Act.

Can the National Police Service Commission appoint police officers? This week’s #KatibaCorner examines how constitutional provisions, such as Articles 245 and 238, define the limits of the Commission’s powers - katibainstitute.org/reading-the-... @thestarkenya.bsky.social

Voices that Matter: Access to Information as a catalyst for Change. We are currently on Day 3 of our Access to Information engagements in Nakuru County. Access to information remains a pillar for community-led change. #IDeserveToKnow #AccessToInformation

Unlocking Access: Community Insights from Nakuru County As we approach the conclusion of the Access to Information Project, one of the key priorities is engaging with the community to assess the project’s progress, understand its impact, and identify any remaining gaps. #AccessToInformation

County Government’s Obligation in Proactively Disclosing Information: This week, we are engaging with public officials and media representatives in Nakuru County to emphasise the significance of proactive disclosure of information. #IDeserveToKnow #AccessToInformation

Kenya 🇰🇪: How grassroots activists defeated a global fossil fuel giant. Inspiring frontline stories of #ClimateLeadership from @dontgasafrica.bsky.social @stopeacop.bsky.social @katibainstitute.bsky.social #ClimateJustice knows no borders @wfpha.bsky.social www.commondreams.org/opinion/keny...

While contributing to the second panel on “Crimes Against Journalists: Answering the Hard Questions and Finding Solutions,” Patriciah Joseph, KI’s Programmes Manager, challenged state actors on their non-compliance with constitutional provisions and inaction. #IDEI2025 #PressFreedom

Our Communications & Public Liaison Manager, @kevinmabonga.bsky.social, joined a panel discussion on “Gendered Disinformation: Wither Media Freedom?” during the #IDEI2025 commemoration. #IDEI2025 #PressFreedom

"The persistence of impunity for crimes against journalists remains a serious concern. Whether offline or online, failure to investigate and prosecute these crimes encourages perpetrators and weakens the rule of law." - Christine Kuria #IDEI2025 #PressFreedom

The Day is Here: Join us as we commemorate this year's International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists (IDEI) - youtube.com/live/WZKYuST... #IDEI2025KE #PressFreedom

Marking the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists 2025: Katiba Institute and the Media Council of Kenya are set to lead the commemoration of this year’s International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists (IDEI) on 3 November in Nakuru. #IDEI2025

Kenya 🇰🇪 Gvt rejection of new fossil fuel project applauded for upholding constitutional rights, protecting community health and maintaining gvt climate commitments 🏆 @ciel.org @healthpolicywatch.bsky.social @katibainstitute.bsky.social @stopeacop.bsky.social firstdonoharm.earth/kenya-court-...

Press Statement: On 16 October 2025, the Environment and Land Court in Malindi, Kenya, upheld the landmark 2019 decision of the National Environment Tribunal (NET), which revoked the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) licence. @ajws-humanrights.bsky.social #NoworNever

Judgment Update: The Malindi Environment and Land Court has upheld the National Environment Tribunal's 2019 decision to cancel the licence for the proposed Lamu Coal Power Plant. #NoworNever

Today, we were at Mtaani Radio discussing the right to access information, whether it’s knowing your rights, understanding public policies, or simply staying informed. Access to information empowers communities, strengthens democracy, and promotes transparency. #IDeserveToKnow

Taking stock of the Access to Information project in Samburu: We are in Maralal, Samburu County, meeting with community representatives we have journeyed with over the past two years on access to information. #IDeserveToKnow #AccessToInformation #Samburu

Building a Culture of Proactive Disclosure: Fresh from marking the International Day for Universal Access to Information, where a strong call was made for public entities to disclose information proactively, we are in Maralal, Samburu County, training county officials on access to information.