Thus, the distinction between fair criticism of judges and intimidation of them is an important one. The judicial power is donated by the people of Kenya and the exercise of such authority is vested in the judicial officers. So far Chief Justice David Maraga has done well in the execution of that office since he took over. Certain senior politicians find the Judiciary an easy target to to try to energise their flailing campaigns. It is, therefore, in order to commend Chief Justice Maraga for standing up for the independence of the Judiciary and individual judges.

Source: Standard Digital July 12, 2017 20:03 UTC