CJ Koome swears in PSC chair, new law reform commissioners and heroes council member

During the ceremony, Emmanuel Mumia, Catherine Ochanda and Walter Ochieng Khobe were sworn in as members of the Kenya Law Reform Commission, while Charfano Guyo Mokku took oath as a member of the National Heroes’ Council.

Koome challenged the PSC to work towards making government “a model employer” by setting benchmarks on merit, transparency, fairness and integrity in employer-employee relations.

“The Commission shoulders the duty of actualising Article 234 of the Constitution – that is, embedding constitutional values across the public service, strengthening institutional efficiency, and advancing professional excellence,” Koome said.

On the Kenya Law Reform Commission, Koome said the agency has played a key role in translating constitutional values into legislative reality by reviewing outdated statutes, proposing reforms and aligning laws with constitutional requirements.

She urged the commission to deepen the gains by ensuring law reform remains proactive, evidence-based and responsive to emerging social, economic, technological and governance challenges.

Koome also called on the commission to prioritise the review of statutory provisions declared unconstitutional by courts, noting that the Judiciary identifies such laws annually in the State of the Judiciary and Administration of Justice Report.

She said prompt legislative action to amend or repeal them is necessary.

Addressing the National Heroes’ Council, Koome urged it to recognise not only prominent figures but also ordinary Kenyans whose quiet service strengthens communities.

“By identifying, recognising, and honouring our heroes, you shape our collective memory and affirm the values that define us,” she said.