Kenya’s justice sector has unveiled a series of reforms aimed at modernising court services, accelerating the transition to a paperless justice system and improving access to justice for citizens.
Chief Justice Martha Koome announced the reforms during the 38th meeting of the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) on Monday, July 27, 2026. The initiatives include the Justice Sector ICT Policy and Action Plan, new procedures for handling sexual and gender-based violence cases, and People-Centred Justice Guidelines.
The ICT reforms will strengthen digital information sharing and coordination between justice institutions. The Judiciary has already linked its Case Tracking System with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions' Uadilifu Case Management System, enabling criminal case files and charge sheets to be transmitted electronically.
Other digital links have been established with the Kenya Prisons Service and the National Transport and Safety Authority, while integration with the Ministry of Lands' Ardhi Sasa platform is also underway to support the management of land disputes.
The new SGBV procedures seek to improve coordination and ensure survivors receive timely, dignified and trauma-informed support. Meanwhile, the People-Centred Justice Guidelines place the experiences of ordinary citizens at the heart of justice delivery.
The reforms also come as Kenya begins preparations for the 2027 General Election, with justice institutions expected to strengthen coordination and readiness ahead of the polls.
Chief Justice Martha Koome announced the reforms during the 38th meeting of the National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) on Monday, July 27, 2026. The initiatives include the Justice Sector ICT Policy and Action Plan, new procedures for handling sexual and gender-based violence cases, and People-Centred Justice Guidelines.
The ICT reforms will strengthen digital information sharing and coordination between justice institutions. The Judiciary has already linked its Case Tracking System with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions' Uadilifu Case Management System, enabling criminal case files and charge sheets to be transmitted electronically.
Other digital links have been established with the Kenya Prisons Service and the National Transport and Safety Authority, while integration with the Ministry of Lands' Ardhi Sasa platform is also underway to support the management of land disputes.
The new SGBV procedures seek to improve coordination and ensure survivors receive timely, dignified and trauma-informed support. Meanwhile, the People-Centred Justice Guidelines place the experiences of ordinary citizens at the heart of justice delivery.
The reforms also come as Kenya begins preparations for the 2027 General Election, with justice institutions expected to strengthen coordination and readiness ahead of the polls.
