NAIROBI, Kenya — President William Ruto has formally appointed Justice Mohamed Abdullahi Warsame as a judge of the Supreme Court of Kenya, according to a special issue of the Kenya Gazette dated May 5, 2026.
The appointment, published under Gazette Notice No. 6559, was made pursuant to Article 166(1)(b) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, which grants the President authority to appoint judges to the apex court.
“In exercise of the powers conferred by Article 166 (1) (b) of the Constitution of Kenya, I, William Samoei Ruto… appoint Hon. Justice Mohamed Abdullahi Warsame to be Judge of the Supreme Court of Kenya,” the notice states.
The gazettement marks the final step in the constitutional process of judicial appointment, effectively confirming Justice Warsame’s elevation to the country’s highest court.
The Supreme Court plays a critical role in Kenya’s constitutional order, serving as the final arbiter in legal disputes, including presidential election petitions and matters of constitutional interpretation.
Justice Warsame, a seasoned jurist, joins the bench at a time when the judiciary continues to navigate complex constitutional and governance issues, including electoral disputes and questions of institutional independence.
Under Kenyan law, appointments to the Supreme Court follow a structured process involving nomination, vetting, and approval, reflecting principles of transparency and accountability under Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.
The publication in the Kenya Gazette provides legal effect to the appointment, signalling the completion of the formal process required for assumption of office.
