Kanjama: We will pursue officials linked to goonism

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has announced its commitment to pursue accountability against government officials implicated in political violence and goonism in the lead-up to the 2027 General Election. LSK President Charles Kanjama stated that the society is prepared to initiate legal and constitutional procedures against officials when sufficient evidence confirms their involvement or responsibility.

Speaking on August 20, 2026, Kanjama emphasized that LSK aims to promote accountability and remove from office any government official found responsible for goonism, provided there is adequate evidence.

Kanjama indicated that LSK would rely on evidence presented by the media and the public to identify officials accountable for their actions. The society would carefully review the evidence before initiating appropriate proceedings, such as processes to remove officials from their positions. Kanjama clarified that the LSK intends to focus on establishing accountability rather than engaging in activities beyond its legal mandate.

He stated that accountability could manifest through criminal proceedings or civil processes for compensation, depending on the evidence gathered.

Kanjama pledged collaboration with constitutional commissions and independent bodies under Chapter 15 of the Constitution to ensure complaints against public officials are directed to the appropriate institutions. He affirmed that the LSK already possesses committees dedicated to matters of public interest and the rule of law, including a public interest litigation committee and a rule of law committee.

Kanjama urged Kenyans and media organizations to provide credible evidence to help establish responsibility for acts of political violence, signaling a broader focus on legal accountability as political activities intensify before the 2027 General Election.