Summary
One of the most active bars on human rights, including litigation over abductions and police accountability. Completed a peaceful, IEBC-supervised leadership transition.
Leadership in period: Charles Kanjama SC became the 52nd President in February 2026; the LSK represents more than 20,000 practising advocates.
Key developments
- Took public and litigation positions on abductions, police accountability, and constitutional compliance.
- Completed a competitive election administered by the IEBC.
- New leadership prioritised workplace harassment, young-lawyer terms, complaints, and the 2027 election.
Criterion ratings
Rule of Law and Judicial Independence
Strong
Access to Justice
Strong
Governance and Transparency
Strong
Professional Standards and Education
Moderate
Diversity and Inclusion
Moderate
Assessment
The LSK combines strong public-interest litigation with a competitive, externally supervised electoral process. Its new focus on conditions inside the profession is a welcome addition.