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    David Maraga

    David Maraga

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    David Maraga's greatest accolade is the trust of the Kenyan people, earned through his courageous ruling that nullified a flawed presidential election. That single decision, delivered in 2017, affirmed the judiciary's role as a check on executive power and set a precedent for electoral integrity across Africa. His subsequent transition to politics has been marked by a consistent advocacy for rule of law and accountability, making him a respected voice in Kenya's public life.

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    Records & Feats

    First Chief Justice in Kenya to nullify a presidential election result

    Historic First·2017

    In 2017, Maraga led the Supreme Court in nullifying the August 2017 presidential election due to irregularities, a historic first in Kenya and rare in Africa.