Kenyan jurist Phoebe Okewa re -elected to international court of Justice for full nine-year term
Okewa secured the required majorities in separate votes at the United Nations security council and the General Assembly on Tuesday. Her new nine-year term of the 15-member court, which is based in Hague, Netherlands will officially begin on February 6th, 2027, and run until February 2036.
President Ruto led Kenyan leaders in congratulating professor Phoebe Okewa following her historic re-election as a full judge at the international court of Justice
Kenyan jurist Phoebe Okewa re -elected to International court of Justice for full nine year term
Okewa secured the required majorities in separate votes at the United Nations security council and the General Assembly on Tuesday.Her new nine year term of the 15 member court ,which is based in Hague , Netherlands will officially begin on February 6th 2027 and run until February 2036.
President Ruto led Kenyan leaders in congratulating professor Phoebe Okewa following her historic re-election as a full judge at the International court of Justice.
In a statement shared on Wednesday, President Ruto described the election as a moment of great pride for Kenya and a significant recognition of the country's legal expertise on the global stage .
He also praised Okewa's victory as a powerful affirmation of the depth of legal expertise ,integrity and excellence that Kenya contributes to the international community .He wished her success in her upcoming term ,nothing that her role would be vital in advancing international law and promoting the peaceful resolution of disputes among nations .
Chief Justice Martha Koome also celebrated the archievement , describing it as a testament of distinguished legal scholarship and unwavering commitment to International justice .she added that the re-election reflects the immense confidence the international community has placed in her
