Kenya

Kenyan Chief Justice Announces Special Court

Groundbreaking development made public at launch of IWPR and Wayamo Foundation programme.

10 Dec 12

Despite public claims of reconciliation, divisions still run deep between communities.

9 Nov 12

Fears that government’s failure to fund witness programme will hamper local investigations into post-election violence.

3 Aug 12

Government dragging its feet on court-ordered compensation for those shot by police during 2007-8 unrest.

16 Jul 12

Judges at the International Criminal Court to set start date for cases against four defendants by mid-July.

13 Jun 12

Appeals judges in The Hague reject challenges from defence teams, but crucial legal definition remains unresolved.

7 Jun 12

Prosecutor exercises power to initiate his own investigations.

25 May 12

Leading presidential candidates accused of incitement as government again tries to block international trials.

24 May 12

Kenyan reporters get to grips with ICC as confirmation of charges hearings in cases connected with post-election violence get underway.

3 Nov 11

Court under pressure to offer support to victims of election violence, but could risk jeopardising cases against alleged ringleaders if it does so.

26 Oct 11

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