LSK announces nationwide court boycott over justice system concerns

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has announced a nationwide boycott of court services on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, to protest what it terms persistent failures in the administration of justice and to push for institutional reforms.

LSK President Charles Kanjama said the one-day boycott will require advocates to refrain from participating in all court hearings and applications.

Speaking in Machakos after an engagement with leaders from the South East Branch and the Machakos Chapter, Kanjama clarified that the boycott will not affect the filing of cases.

Court mentions and applications involving interim orders will proceed only for purposes of obtaining fresh hearing dates or extending interim orders where necessary.

"…Advocates continue to experience delays in the hearing and determination of cases, as well as delays in the delivery of rulings. Members have reported persistent inefficiencies in court registries and they have raised concerns about the effectiveness of the mechanisms for addressing complaints against judges and judicial officers," said Kanjama.

"In light of these concerns, the Council has resolved to undertake a nationwide boycott of court proceedings on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. The boycott is intended to underscore the seriousness of the issues raised by members and to call for meaningful institutional interventions that will restore confidence in the administration of justice."