Baseless corruption allegations tainting judiciary's image

Chief Justice Martha Koome (right) and her deputy Philomena Mwilu at the Milimani court buildings on August 31, 2022. [Collins Kweyu, Standard]

A dangerous narrative is taking root - the belief that corruption pervades our entire judiciary. Every unfavourable ruling is greeted with cries of bribery and bias. Judges, magistrates, and even the Chief Justice are disparaged without evidence, often viciously, on social media platforms. This trend is alarming. It undermines not just individual judicial officers but the very foundation of our democracy. Kenya cannot thrive if its courts are delegitimised by anger, misinformation, and unfounded accusations.