Justice Mohamed Warsame nominated as Supreme Court judge
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has nominated Justice Mohamed Abdulahi Warsame for appointment to the Supreme Court of Kenya, after two-day interviews.
Announcing the decision, the Commission said the selection process had been concluded after deliberations on candidates who had applied for the position of Judge of the Supreme Court of Kenya.
The nomination now proceeds to the President for formal appointment in accordance with Article 166(1)(a) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
The vacancy was declared on 13th January 2026 and subsequently advertised on 28th January 2026.
According to the Commission, six applications were received, and five candidates were shortlisted for interviews.
The interviews were conducted on 28th and 29th April 2026 at the Milimani Law Courts and were open to the public, with live broadcast coverage allowing members of the public to follow the proceedings in real time.
The Commission said the process was conducted in line with constitutional and statutory requirements and was guided by principles of merit, integrity, fairness, inclusivity and regional balance.
If appointed by President Ruto, Warsame will replace late Justice Mohamed Ibrahim who passed away in December 2025.
He has served at Court of Appeal since 2012
