• Under the leadership of Prof. John Osogo Ambani, Dean, School of Law, Kabarak University has been producing creative thinkers and problem-solvers who are fit for the fast-evolving legal profession. 

Kabarak University has established itself as a leading institution in legal education, boasting a unique know-how in the field of law. With a head start in administering interdisciplinary legal studies, Kabarak fosters the niche on good governance and ethics, shaping the minds of tomorrow’s legal professionals.

The intense contribution of Kabarak University School of Law has been witnessed in its commitment to imparting first-class legal education since its establishment in 2010. The institution takes pride in its ground-breaking legal research and accomplishments, which have spread within Kenya and the broader Eastern Africa region.

One notable achievement is its success in the 11th Edition of the John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition (focusing on international trade law) hosted by Kabarak University in April 2024. The Kabarak team secured a well-deserved spot in the global rounds in Geneva.

Kabarak Law School (KLS) builds legal proficiency courtesy of its state-of-the-art facilities, experienced faculty, extensive physical and online library, a network of top-tier legal minds, engagements in community service through Legal Aid Clinics, and a serene learning environment that puts the minds of students and scholars at a conducive meeting point.

KLS promotes legal expertise under the harmony of six departments: the Department of Commercial Law, the Department of Public Law, the Centre for Legal Aid and Clinical Legal Aids Education, and the Centre for African Governance, Leadership and Ethics.

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The University’s unique teaching methods necessitate all-round fineness theoretically and practically.

Kabarak Law School’s reputation has caught the attention of prominent institutions such as the National Steering Committee on Implementation of Alternative Justice Systems Policy (NaSCI-AJS) of the Judiciary of Kenya. In March 2024, the NaSCI-AJS visited Kabarak University to explore potential collaboration, recognizing the university’s School of Law as a “potential knowledge partner” for research and dissemination of knowledge on alternative justice systems.

From June 4 to 7, 2024, Kabarak University hosted the 3rd Alternative Justice System (AJS) conference, where the launch of the first autonomous Alternative Justice System centre in Africa took place.

Under the leadership of Prof. John Osogo Ambani, Dean, School of Law, Kabarak University has been producing creative thinkers and problem-solvers who are fit for the fast-evolving legal profession. This aligns with the School’s vision “to set a very high bar for excellence, ethics and virtue in legal education.”

Prof. Ambani hails Kabarak Law School as a nurturing environment for future leaders and lawyers from all over the world seeking to pursue a course in law.

Prof. John Osogo Ambani, Dean School of Law (Photo/Courtesy: Jimmy Mburu)

 “KLS is reputable in Kenya and is increasingly becoming a preferred research destination for scholars from Europe, America, Australia and Asia. It is also a preferred study destination for students in Kenya and East Africa-it has a rich curriculum in law with a niche on good governance,” he said.

Kabarak’s excellence in legal education is born of its success in ensuring coherence between the academia, practice, Government, non-government and International spheres.

Kabarak embraces students' exposure through annual law fairs, where students are able to meet with representatives from law firms and the extensive public and private sector proprietors. The University has further secured close contracts with renowned legal professionals and its efficacious alumni worldwide.

Awards and Kabarak University are part and parcel; as early May, KLS garnered championships at the InterNational Academy of Dispute Resolution (INADR) All Africa Mediation Tournament.

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In the tournament that was held between 16th to 18th May 2024, the Kabarak University flag was held high by law students. These students showcased their exceptional negotiation skills, claiming the first place in the Top Advocate/Client category. They also secured the second place in the Top Mediator category.

Following the KLS’s requirement for two intakes each academic year (May and Sep), Kabarak University has welcomed persons passionate about justice, human rights, and corporate law to apply for the September 2024 intake.

To qualify for The Bachelors of Law programme, one ought to have KCSE C+ mean grade with B plain in English or Kiswahili.

Individuals can reach out to the University at 0729223370, 0202114658, [email protected], or [email protected] for further inquiries.