Panel for Supreme Court moot competition held on November 14, 2025/JUDICIARY This year’s moot centred on the theme, “Examining the Intersection of Human Rights Law, Administrative Law, Refugee Law and Artificial Intelligence.”
According to the Chief Justice, the topic was carefully aligned with the upcoming 14th World Conference of the International Association of Refugee and Migration Judges, scheduled to take place next week in Nairobi.
She described the theme as timely and globally relevant, noting that contemporary legal practice increasingly requires lawyers to understand and navigate complex intersections between technology, migration, governance, and fundamental rights.
Sixteen law schools from across the country participated in the competition, showcasing rigorous research, compelling advocacy, and diverse perspectives on evolving legal challenges.
Africa Nazarene University delivered what the judges termed an exceptional performance, earning them the top position. Kabarak University finished as the first runner-up, while the University of Nairobi placed second.
The Moot Court bench for the finals featured an eminent panel comprising Chief Justice Martha Koome (presiding), Supreme Court Justices Isaac Lenaola and William Ouko, and international judges Katelijne Declerck of Belgium, Catherine Koutsopoulou of Greece, and Maria Torres of the Philippines.
Their participation, Koome noted, underscored the judiciary’s recognition of the importance of global legal exchange and comparative jurisprudence, especially in areas touching on refugee protection, technology, and human rights.
Participants were challenged to demonstrate mastery in both the theoretical and practical aspects of law, preparing them for future legal careers.
As with last year’s inaugural moot, which preceded the SC@12 Conference, this year’s competition serves as a prelude to the IARMJ Conference, which was scheduled for 17th to 21st November 2025.
by JAMES GICHIGI
