In a move aimed at boosting the war against corruption, Chief Justice Martha Koome has appointed 100 Magistrates to oversee graft and economic crimes.
In a gazette notice dated October 4th, CJ Koome said the magistrates will continue serving in their current court stations.
She said the move is part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen the judicial capacity to handle cases related to corruption and economic crimes, a significant area of concern for the country.
The appointments, which take effect from Tuesday 8th, are aimed at enhancing effectiveness in tackling corruption and ensuring economic crimes are addressed in a timely manner.
The Magistrates will operate in different regions, ensuring comprehensive jurisdictional coverage to deal with the offenses more effectively.