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Njeri Wagacha talks to Charles Kanjama, President-elect of the Law Society of Kenya

Every month, CDH Kenya Partner Njeri Wagacha publishes a podcast, where she explores insightful conversations with industry leaders.

16 Apr 2026 55:47 Minutes Podcast
Njeri Wagacha talks to Charles Kanjama, President-elect of the Law Society of Kenya

Njeri Wagacha talks to Charles Kanjama, President-elect of the Law Society of Kenya

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Njeri Wagacha talks to Charles Kanjama, President-elect of the Law Society of Kenya

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What does it really take to reform Kenya’s legal system, and are we asking the right questions?

In this episode of Njeri Talks, we sit down with the President-elect of the Law Society of Kenya, Charles Kanjama, for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of the legal profession in Kenya, leadership, and the state of the rule of law.

From his journey into law to building a firm over 20+ years, Charles shares practical insights on partnership, mentorship, and professional growth — but also tackles deeper systemic issues affecting the country.

Key conversations include:

  • Rule of law in Kenya - Addressing abductions, constitutional violations, and accountability
  • Corruption and ethics - Why values often don’t translate into professional conduct
  • Access to justice - Gaps in the system and how to fix them
  • Young lawyers and mentorship - Challenges in employment, training, and practice readiness
  • Legal reforms an policy - Improving institutions, legislation, and public participation
  • Technology and AI in law - Opportunities, risks, and the future of legal practice
  • Leadership and vision - What it takes to build institutions that outlast individuals

This episode goes beyond legal theory. It’s a conversation about leadership, systems, and responsibility in Kenya today. If you're in law, business, governance, or simply interested in how systems evolve, this is one to watch.

 

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