Muthomi Thiankolu

Kenya’s 2010 constitution expressly permits judicial activism but many in government are opposed. bernie_photo/iStock/Getty Images Plus

Why Kenya’s judge recruiters are sceptical about activism on the bench

The issue of whether judges should exercise judicial activism or judicial restraint revolves around the doctrine of separation of powers and the proper remit of judicial power in a democracy.

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