This archive report was first published on 30 August 2019.
The Kenyan judiciary has embarked on a significant transformation by embracing technology to enhance efficiency in its daily operations.
As of this year, Chief Justice David Maraga reported that 126 out of 132 courts have electricity and efficient internet connections, with only 6 courts in remote areas lacking power supply.
One of the key initiatives is the introduction of automated case filing and tracking, which aims to enable the judiciary to deal with cases as soon as they are received and ensure timely case resolution.
According to Mr. Nicholas Simani, a consultant at the Judicial Performance Improvement Project, the computers installed in courtrooms will be used for filing cases, tracking, and daily data collection to promote accountability and improve the judiciary's efficiency.
The e-filing system has already been rolled out at the Milimani Commercial Division court, allowing law firms, lawyers, and litigants to file cases online from the comfort of their offices or homes.
This innovation is expected to save lawyers and law firms a significant amount of time that would have been spent visiting court premises or banking halls to pay court fees.
As the judiciary continues to modernize its operations, it is clear that technology will play a vital role in enhancing efficiency and promoting good service delivery.
