Zetech University launches law school, LL.B programme

The launch ceremony was held at the Technology Park Mang’u Campus in the university’s Moot Court and brought together representatives from the judiciary, legal education institutions and academia.

The event was presided over by Supreme Court judge justice Isaac Lenaola who led the unveiling of a commemorative plaque marking the establishment of the law school.

Speaking during the ceremony, Justice Lenaola said modern legal training must adapt to emerging trends, particularly the growing intersection between law, technology and entrepreneurship.

“The intersection of law, technology and entrepreneurship is where the future of legal practice lies. Institutions that recognise this shift and prepare students accordingly will produce lawyers who are not only competent in the law but also innovative and adaptable,” he said.

Deputy Vice Chancellor for Academics, Research and Student Affairs, Prof. Alice Njuguna, said the law school will focus on integrating technology and practical training into legal education.

She noted that the programme incorporates competency-based education and elements of AI-assisted learning to prepare students for a changing legal environment.

Representatives from the Council of Legal Education (Kenya), Kenya School of Law, Law Society of Kenya, Federation of Women Lawyers in Kenya and Kituo Cha Sheria attended the event alongside deans and faculty from law schools across the country.

Chief Executive Officer of the Council of Legal Education, Prof. Jack Mwimali, said the institution had undergone the required accreditation process before being approved to offer the programme.

“The Council of Legal Education undertook a rigorous evaluation process that assessed the curriculum, faculty capacity, infrastructure and learning resources. The university met the standards required to offer the programme,” he said.

The founding dean of the new school, Dr. Eric Kibet, said the institution will focus on the intersection of law, technology and entrepreneurship, reflecting shifts in legal practice and digital governance.

He also highlighted the TechSheria Scholarship Programme, an initiative aimed at supporting students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds who wish to pursue legal education.