Justice sector warns of unrest risks, urges calm after at least 42 killed

National Council on the Administration of Justice Chairperson Martha Koome. [File, Standard]

The National Council on the Administration of Justice (NCAJ) has called for calm, unity and police reforms following protests that left at least 42 people dead, hundreds injured and widespread property damage across the country.

Chief Justice Martha Koome, who chairs the NCAJ, noted on Tuesday, July 15, that the protests reflect deep concerns by the youth over governance, jobs and accountability but warned that continued unrest could destabilise livelihoods and social cohesion.