This archive report was first published on 27 October 2021.
NAIROBI, Kenya - October 27, 2021
Chief Justice Martha Koome has sworn in three members of the Political Parties Dispute Tribunal, marking the full constitution of the 7-member tribunal. The new members, Wilfred Mutubwa, Trizah Chepkemei, and Kiragu Gathu, will serve for a period of 6 years.
According to the Judicial Service Commission, the three were appointed by Koome on September 29, after being nominated through a rigorous interview process.
Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony, Koome called on the new members and the tribunal at large to assure Kenyans that the resolution of political grievances arising from the 2022 General Elections are safe in their hands.
“Political Parties Dispute Tribunal is intended to be a democracy-enhancing institution, thus Kenyans expect you to work towards the realization of the goal of strengthening our constitutional democracy through the resolution of political disputes that arise before, during and after elections, in a just and expeditious manner,” Koome said.
The tribunal is established under Section 39 of the Political Parties Act No 11 of 2011 and hears and determines disputes arising out of Political Parties' affairs.
