Judiciary Announces Promotion of 117 Judges, Magistrates and Kadhis (Full List)

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has announced the approval of the promotion of 117 judicial officers following interviews conducted between 4th and 13th August 2025.

In a statement issued on Thursday, September 18, JSC said the promotions were ratified during Commission meetings held on 11th and 15th September 2025 and took effect immediately.

“This milestone underscores the Commission’s commitment to strengthening judicial capacity by expanding both territorial and pecuniary jurisdiction of officers to manage matters of greater value and complexity,” read the statement in part.

The Commission added that the move will enhance access to justice through improved efficiency in service delivery.

JSC Announces Promotion of 117 Judges, Magistrates, and Kadhis

Additionally, it stated that the promotions recognize excellence by rewarding high-performing officers and fostering career progression across the Judiciary.

“The Judicial Service Commission congratulates all the Judicial Officers on their well-deserved promotions,” JSC added.

“These advancements reflect not only individual excellence and dedication, but also the Commission’s unwavering commitment to strengthening the rule of law, improving access to justice and service, with integrity and excellence while being accountable to the people of Kenya.”

JSC has promoted nine judicial officers to Chief Magistrates, 67 to Senior Principal Magistrates, six to Principal Magistrates, 15 to Senior Principal Kadhis, and 20 to Principal Kadhis.

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Promotion to the Position of Chief Magistrate

1. Kimilu Esther Kalunde
2. Rotich Paul Kipkosgei
3. Macharia James Muriuki
4. Wambilyanga Joane Namrome
5. Kituku Justus Mulei
6. Ireri Benson Nyaga
7. Ooko Peter Oduor
8. Magori Jared Ogoti
9. Kayila Dolphina Atieno Alego

Promotion to the Position of Senior Principal Magistrate

1. Masiga James Jesse
2. Lewa Lillian Tsuma
3. Kesse Maureeen Cheronoh
4. Agonda Jaqueline Adhiambo
5. Opande Sammy Aswani
6. Dr. Macharia Alice Wambui
7. Ondieki Charles Nchore
8. Onjoro Stephen Khachuenu
9. Ngii Stephen Kalai
10. Inyama Yvonne Khatambi
11. Nyigei Maureen Cherono
12. Shikwe Gilbert Omuyaku
13. Mwenda Elias Ngugi
14. Wanjala Esther Nasimiyu
15. Okore Celesa Asis
16. Kipkorir Charity Cheruto
17. Nthuku Judicaster Nthambi
18. Adhiambo Rosalynn Aganyo
19. Onzere Everlyne Makungu
20. Gichana Zipporah Wawira
21. Yator Viola Jepkorir
22. Mukholi Peter Omuyele
23. Barasa Isabela Nekesa
24. Obonyo Mbeja David
25. Mugure Peter Miriam
26. Omweri Felix Makoyo
27. Mwakwambirwa Mwanamkuu Sudi
28. Rabera Martin Osano Achoka
29. Mburu Simon Kimani
30. Ogombe Lorraine Dinna
31. Malesi Erick Kidali
32. Omodho Grace Atieno
33. Makila Symphie Nekesa
34. Kabaria Leah Wandia
35. Mayova Paul Mutio
36. Barasa Nancy Nang’uni
37. Kithinji Cecilia Karimi
38. Nyongesa Edwin Wasike
39. Gichobi Irene Wangui
40. Mutuku Faith Mueni
41. Kanyiri Eva Kaimenyi
42. Kirugumi Grace Wangui
43. Wambui Virginia Karanja
44. Kibosia Jacqueline Chepkoech
45. Munyendo Monica Nasiche
46. Rashid Fatuma Mwanza
47. Sarapai Lyna Nafula
48. Makokha Margaret Nafula
49. Kibelion Kipkurui
50. Adet Vincent Okello
51. Muiru Elizabeth Murigi
52. Kimaiyo Eunice Cherotich
53. Langat Raymond Kibet
54. Ocharo Innocent Momanyi
55. Wachira Martin Maina
56. Kemei Caroline Cheptoo
57. Mwendwa Lawrence Kyasya
58. Kariuki Nelly Wangeci
59. Olando Tom Mark
60. Wambo Eric Otieno
61. Otindo Mary Anjao
62. Ocharo Jane Kemunto
63. Wesonga Joy Shiundu
64. Mutegi Martin Kinyua
65. Wanyama Mercy Nasimiyu
66. Akala Mary Ashisero
67. Kipngeno Reuben Stalin aka Sang

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Promotion to the Position of Principal Magistrate

1. Shimenga Maureen Iberia
2. Bii Japheth Cheruiyot
3. Nyamu Janette Wandia
4. Ochanda Victoria Achieng
5. Agutu Christabel Irene
6. Kitur Wilson Kipchumba

Promotion to the Position of Senior Principal Kadhi

1. Hussein Ishaq Abdjuljabar
2. Mwaito Salim Juma
3. Otundo Rashid Kokonya
4. Ali Swaleh Mohamed
5. Isaack Hassan Mohamednoor
6. Mohamed Abdiazia Maalim
7. Salim Abdullah Mwidadi
8. Malampu Abdilatif Silau
9. Ramadhani Khamis
10. Tullu Adan Ibrahim
11. Salat Muktar Billow
12. Wako Ali Dida
13. Galgalo Adan
14. Vumbi Salim Habib
15. Muhammed Shaban Issa

Promotion to the Position of Principal Kadhi

1. Ahmed Isaack Maalim
2. Opacha Jamal Imodoi
3. Hassan Mohamed Hussein
4. Wendo Shaban Wendo
5. Mwambele Mohamed Suleiman
6. Gavava Awadh Mohamed
7. Randu Mohamed Garama
8. Muriuki Nicholas Muriithi
9. Swaleh Mahdi Omar Khamis
10. Dogo Sheikh Dabasoo
11. Muhiyidin Sambul Mohamed
12. Daffa Hassan Omar
13. Shunu Mustafa Guyo
14. Wehliye Mohammed Sheikh
15. Idris Nyamagosa Nyaboga
16. Mohamed Mahamud Ibrahim
17. Fahad Ismael Mohamed
18. Muhumed Kule Mohamed
19. Karanja Thulkif Waweru
20. Dadacha Ali Ibrahim

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