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These 42 Law Courts Across 29 Counties Just Got Digitally Connected in a KES 250M CA-Judiciary Tech Upgrade

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  • 42 law courts in 29 counties have been digitally connected through a KES 250 million Local Area Network (LAN) project by the CA and the Judiciary.
  • The upgrade enables virtual hearings, remote case management, and faster access to justice, especially for underserved and remote areas.
  • Counties from every corner of Kenya benefit — with Western, Rift Valley, Coast, and Northern Kenya all represented in this bold step toward digitized justice.

Justice just got a digital makeover — and 42 law courts across 29 counties are the lucky beneficiaries of a KES 250 million Local Area Network (LAN) project rolled out by the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) and the Judiciary.

Launched officially at Msambweni Law Courts in Kwale County, the project is more than just tech talk — it’s a transformative leap into modern justice. From dusty files to digital smiles, these courts can now run virtual hearings, manage cases online, and provide real-time access to court data. The aim? Making justice faster, more efficient, and accessible — especially for folks in remote corners of Kenya.

Now, let’s talk numbers.

The 42 connected courts are scattered across 29 of Kenya’s 47 counties, meaning nearly two-thirds of the country is already on board this digital train. But as with every rollout, some regions scored more wins than others.

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Western and Coast regions are leading the charge with the most upgraded courts. Bungoma County tops the list with three courts: Sirisia, Kimilili, and Webuye. Kilifi and Mombasa counties follow closely behind with two each — a strong showing for the Coast. Kakamega, Siaya, and Machakos also double-dipped.

Meanwhile, counties like Laikipia, Meru, Kirinyaga, Turkana, Narok, Kisii, Migori, and Nyamira have just one court each benefiting. Still, every digitized court is a step in the right direction.

Here’s a table grouping the 42 law courts by region:

Western, Nyanza & Rift ValleyCoast, Eastern, Central & Northern Kenya
Sirisia Law CourtMsambweni Law Court
Kimilili Law CourtShanzu Law Court
Webuye Law CourtTononoka Law Court
Hamisi Law CourtKaloleni Law Court
Butali Law CourtKilifi Law Court
Kapsabet Law CourtWundanyi Law Court
Bondo Law CourtMachakos Law Court
Ukwala Law CourtKilungu Law Court
Mumias Law CourtKithimani Law Court
Kilgoris Law CourtMwingi Law Court
Ogembo Law CourtKyuso Law Court
Kehancha Law CourtSiakago Law Court
Sotik Law CourtMarimanti Law Court
Keroka Law CourtNkubu Law Court
Kabarnet Law CourtKerugoya Law Court
Eldama Ravine Law CourtNyahururu Law Court
Marsabit Law Court
Moyale Law Court
Garbatullah Kadhis Court
Merti Kadhis Court
Bute Kadhis Court
Habasweni Kadhis Court
Balambala Law Court
Ijara Kadhis Court
Daadab Kadhis Court
Lodwar Law Court

It’s not just about wires and routers. It’s about the boda boda rider in Turkana no longer travelling 400km just to appear in court. It’s about the single mother in Vihiga filing bail applications virtually. It’s about every Kenyan having a shot at justice — no matter their location.

This project is part of Kenya’s bigger Digital Superhighway dream, backed by CA’s Universal Service Fund (USF). It complements the ongoing 2,500km fibre optic rollout and is aligned with the Judiciary’s Social Transformation through Access to Justice (STAJ) plan.

As Chief Justice Martha Koome put it: “We are bringing justice closer to the people.” And quite literally, through fibre cables and Wi-Fi routers.

Here’s hoping the remaining counties get plugged in soon.

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Hillary Keverenge

Making tech news helpful, and sometimes a little heated.

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