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What do you do with that old phone sitting in your drawer? The charger that no longer fits any of your gadgets? Or the laptop you stopped using years ago but never quite got around to disposing of? These are all forms of electronic waste (e-waste), and how we dispose of them matters. Firm 5, Jurists, took on the issue through a publishable booklet and accompanying flyers titled Clear the Drawer. Designed as an e-waste awareness and action guide for Kenyan university campuses, the publication draws on national data from 2025/26 to explain Kenya's growing e-waste challenge, what happens to discarded electronic devices and the environmental and health concerns associated with improper disposal. The guide also brings the conversation closer to university students, with a focus on what campuses can do differently. Its message is simple: those old gadgets gathering dust in our drawers are not necessarily harmless clutter. They are part of a growing waste challenge that requires more responsible collection, handling and disposal. Developed as part of the International Environmental Law and Policy semester project, taught by Mbatia Wachira and graduate assistant Ayaga Max Liambilah, the campaign responds to the challenge of turning environmental research and legal knowledge into practical public awareness. Sometimes, addressing a national environmental challenge starts with something as ordinary as clearing out your drawer. Access the Booklet and Flyers here: bit.ly/3WiHjxv Firm Members; Thandi Kiarie | Kelsey Okoth | Aaron Ndiriri | Mercy Chege | Joseph Mwangi | Kimberly Muhu | Ahmedin Ibrahim | Daniel Chemorei |Joy Mayer Shalom | George Kithi

What if we approached environmental responsibility the same way people approach addiction recovery? By admitting our mistakes, sharing our experiences and learning how to do better? That is the idea behind Dumpers Anonymous: Beba Taka Yako, a creative public awareness campaign by Firm 1, Jurists. Taking inspiration from the familiar format of support-group meetings, the campaign creates a space where people openly confess their environmental misdemeanours. But the conversations do not end with the confessions. The campaign goes further by introducing participants to Kenya's environmental laws and regulations, helping them understand what the law says about littering and improper waste disposal, what responsible waste management looks like, and how they can respond when they witness environmental offences. Developed as part of the International Environmental Law and Policy semester project, taught by Mbatia Wachira and graduate assistant Ayaga Max Liambilah, the campaign responds to the challenge of making environmental law accessible and relevant to ordinary Kenyans. What makes Dumpers Anonymous stand out is how it uses humour and an unconventional format to tackle a familiar problem. Instead of simply telling people not to litter, it invites them to reflect on their own behaviour, understand the consequences and take responsibility for changing it. Watch the Full Video Below; Firm Members; Susan Kamau | Natalie Cherogony | Ashley Waithera Munene | Ebube Isiuwe | Philip Thomas Mboyah | Gamaliel Maina | Maxine Ikhabi | Lauryn Maina | Samuel Karanja

Kenya knows what heavy rainfall can do. Rivers burst their banks, roads become impassable, homes are destroyed, livelihoods are disrupted and, in the worst cases, lives are lost. But what happens when an El Niño event coincides with an already changing climate? Firm 9, Jurists, takes on this question through a video exploring climate change, El Niño and the risks of extreme rainfall in Kenya. The video looks back at the devastating 1997–1998 El Niño episode, drawing attention to the widespread flooding and disruption experienced across the country. It also connects these historical experiences to the more recent severe floods in Kenya, asking an important question: if we have witnessed the destruction that extreme rainfall can cause, how prepared are we for future climate-related risks? The campaign also takes time to explain what El Niño is, how it influences rainfall patterns and how climate change can compound the risks associated with extreme weather events. It highlights the consequences of overflowing rivers, including displacement, destruction of property, disruption of transport and the loss of human lives. Developed as part of the International Environmental Law and Policy semester project, taught by Mbatia Wachira and graduate assistant Ayaga Max Liambilah, the video responds to the challenge of making climate science and environmental policy accessible to the public. Watch Full Video: Firm Members; Monica Agwara | Charlotte Mwathi | Faith Gakii | Wendy Mwangi | Ivy Gacheru | Mercy Wamaitha | Cecilia Njuguna | Siduna Meleta | Michelle Ng'ang'a | Orpah Mwambonu | Ruweida Hassan

Where does our waste really go after we throw it away? Firm 3, Judges, sought to answer this question through a mini-documentary titled Following Our Trash, tracing the journey of household waste from Nairobi homes to the Dandora dumpsite. The documentary takes viewers through different stages of the waste management chain, bringing together perspectives from households, waste collectors, waste pickers and members of the Dandora community. It also features interviews with key government officials, including the Principal Secretary for Environment and Climate Change, Dr Eng. Festus Ng’eno, and the Director General of the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), Dr. Mamo B. Mamo. The project was developed as part of the International Environmental Law and Policy semester assignment, taught by Mbatia Wachira and graduate assistant Ayaga Max Liambilah. Students were challenged to examine one of the three planetary crises through a Kenyan lens and translate their legal and policy research into creative public awareness campaigns. By bringing together voices from communities, waste handlers and government institutions, the documentary connects everyday disposal habits to the wider systems that determine how waste is collected, handled and managed. Firm Members; Gloria Kirui | Jessica Nabaru | Sonnia Nelima | Ivy Nyarumba | Tai Maritim | Calvin Katam | Louis Muia | Tratton Onyango | Maria Bitange

What does plastic pollution look like in our everyday lives? Sometimes, it is not a landfill or a polluted river. It is a boda boda stage, a roadside bench or the plastic bottle someone casually tosses to the ground without a second thought. Firm 3, Jurists, explored this through a comic book titled The Bench. The Bench draws attention to how pollution becomes normalised through small, repeated actions and how public spaces bear the consequences of our everyday choices. As part of the International Environmental Law and Policy project taught by Mbatia Wachira and supported by graduate assistant Ayaga Max Liambilah, students were challenged to turn their understanding of Kenya's environmental challenges into creative public awareness campaigns. The task was to move beyond academic reports and communicate environmental issues in formats that ordinary Kenyans could engage with. The firm brings the conversation about plastic pollution closer to home. The Book: bit.ly/4yZFfbi Firm Members; Everlyne Githegi | Racheal Osieko | Russell Israel | Virginia Maryl | Jonathan Lomole | Nicholas Wanjohi

What happens to a community when the ecosystem it depends on begins to deteriorate? Along the shores of Lake Victoria, Dunga Bay in Kisumu is an important ecological and economic space. Its waters support fish populations, provide livelihoods for fishing communities and sustain a rich diversity of life. But like many aquatic ecosystems, it faces growing environmental pressures. Firm 4, Judges, explores this subject through a comic book titled Pollution at Namlolwe, developed as part of the International Environmental Law and Policy semester project, taught by Mbatia Wachira and supported by graduate assistant Ayaga Max Liambilah. Set in Dunga Bay, the comic explores the relationship between pollution and biodiversity, drawing attention to how environmental degradation affects aquatic ecosystems and the communities that depend on them. Through illustration and storytelling, Pollution at Namlolwe brings the conversation to the shores of Lake Victoria, reminding readers that biodiversity loss is not just about the disappearance of species. It is also about the disruption of ecosystems, the livelihoods they sustain and the communities whose lives are connected to them. Read the full Comic Book: bit.ly/4yX433z Firm Members; Nigel Akilimali | Clare Kaira | Alicia Asimba | Rasmeet Gurbux | Maria Hawi | Carmen Murage | Nicole Nyanjua | Eve Mwololo

For decades, Lake Nakuru has been known for the spectacular sight of thousands of flamingos gathering along its shores. But that familiar pink spectacle has been disappearing, with declining flamingo populations raising questions about the changing health of the lake and the pressures facing its ecosystem. Climate change, fluctuating water levels, pollution, industrial effluents and human activities around the lake are among the concerns affecting its delicate ecological balance. As water conditions change, the algae that flamingos depend on for food become less available, forcing the birds to move to other lakes in search of more suitable habitats. Some have also died in the face of deteriorating environmental conditions. It is this story that Firm 2, Judges, chose to explore through a video documentary as part of the International Environmental Law and Policy semester project, taught by Mbatia Wachira. Firm 2 Judges' video brought this challenge to life through a video. The video draws attention to the interconnected pressures facing Lake Nakuru and the consequences for the wildlife that depends on it. Watch Firm 2 Judges' video and discover the story behind the changing fortunes of Lake Nakuru's flamingos. Firm Members; Charity Gachunga | Megan Njuguna | Rubie Neema | Jeniffer Robi | Judy Makena | Clara Gitonga | Peter Odunga | Allen Ndulu | Lydia Maina | Kimberly Kiptoo

How do you make international environmental law relevant to someone going about their everyday life? How do you turn legal principles, treaties and policy commitments into something that people can understand, relate to and act on? These were some of the questions behind this semester's International Environmental Law and Policy project, taught by Mr. Mbatia Wachira. Students were challenged to look beyond the classroom and take on the role of legal and environmental advocates. Working in firms, they were tasked with developing public awareness campaigns around one of the three interconnected planetary crises: climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution, with a particular focus on how these crises affect communities in Kenya. They had to investigate its local impact, draw on the relevant international and domestic legal frameworks, and find creative ways to communicate the issues to the public. The campaigns had to go beyond raising awareness by showing ordinary Kenyans what they could do to make a difference. One of the projects that stood out was Who Owns the Air?, a flipbook by Firm 6, Judges. Presented as a short story about air, law and the people who breathe it, the flipbook uses storytelling to explore an issue that affects everyone but rarely receives the attention it deserves. Read the flipbook here: bit.ly/4jT8PeG Firm Members; Peter Muturi | Leintoi Naikuni | Isabella Muthumbi | Johnpaul Sifuma | Miski Adan | Dirram Guyo | Thomas Momanyi | Jeremy Marimba | Anthony Arika | Arinda Katambuka

Ayaga Max Liambilah (@ayagamax), a Graduate Assistant at Strathmore Law School, has had his academic paper cited in a judgment of the High Court of Kenya. Published on SSRN in August 2026, his paper, Constitutionalising Defamation: The Limits of a Constitutional Cause of Action for Reputation, was cited by Hon. Lady Justice Aburili Roselyne Ekirapa, in the judgment in Talent Works and Rights Enforcement Agency v Kenya Copyright Board & another [2026] KEHC 13377 (KLR), delivered on 1 September 2026. The paper examines the place of reputation in constitutional jurisprudence, particularly the question of when defamation may give rise to a constitutional cause of action. The citation brings Max's academic work into judicial reasoning, highlighting the role legal scholarship can play in shaping conversations around constitutional interpretation and the development of jurisprudence. Congratulations to Ayaga Max Liambilah on this recognition. Read the paper: papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.… Read the judgment: lnkd.in/dg_D87Xm

During the 2026 Strathmore University Staff Recognition Awards Ceremony, Dr. Dr Joe Kilonzo (@DrJoeKilonzo) of Strathmore Law School (SLS) received the Research Supervisor of the Year Award. The award recognises his contribution to postgraduate education and his commitment to guiding students through their research journeys. He was among five academic staff members from across the University recognised in this category for their work in postgraduate supervision. His recognition highlights the role of effective research supervision in supporting postgraduate scholarship and strengthening academic research. Congratulations, Dr. Kilonzo!

During the 2026 Strathmore University Staff Recognition Awards Ceremony, Evans Ijakaa (@ijakaa_evans_ ), Communications Officer at Strathmore Law School (SLS) and Patron of the Bachelor of Arts in Communications(BAC) Students under SCCC, received the Community Impact Award. The award recognises his work in building partnerships with community-based organisations in Mukuru Kayaba, in collaboration with the Strathmore University Foundation (SUF). Through these partnerships, BAC students have had the opportunity to apply their skills in service to society. The students provided communication training to the organisations, while the SUF team supported them with training in resource mobilisation His work as a digital journalist also featured in the recognition, particularly his efforts to amplify the voices of underserved communities and bring attention to social issues affecting them. Through his work, Evans Ijakaa brings together journalism and development advocacy, connecting grassroots issues to the global development agenda.

During the 2026 Strathmore University Staff Recognition Awards Ceremony, Strathmore Law School School received the High Performance Department Award in the Medium Department Category. The award was presented across three categories, with the School of Computing and Engineering Sciences (SCES) emerging top in the Large Department Category, Strathmore Law School (SLS) in the Medium Department Category, and the Centre for Intellectual Property and Information Technology Law (CIPITT) in the Small Department Category. The departments were recognised for their efforts in setting and achieving their Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) within the stipulated timelines. For SLS, the award marks an important milestone in its continued efforts to strengthen departmental performance and deliver on its institutional priorities. Congratulations to all the teams!

Public-private partnerships (PPPs) play an important role in how governments work with the private sector to finance, develop and deliver public infrastructure and services. Strathmore Law School Executive Programmes, in conjunction with the LL.M. Programme, invites you to a Masterclass in Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). The masterclass will explore the evolution of private sector involvement in public infrastructure delivery, the different categories of PPP projects and the considerations that go into structuring and procuring them. Participants will also examine PPPs across sectors such as transport, energy, water, healthcare, education and corrections. Other areas of focus will include project financing, risk allocation, competition, value for money, negotiations and the opportunities and challenges involved in managing PPP projects. Registration: bit.ly/4yZgkVd

Public procurement affects how resources are managed, how contracts are awarded and how decisions are made. Understanding the laws and policies behind these processes matters. Strathmore Law School Executive Programmes, in conjunction with the Master of Laws (LL.M.) Programme, invites you to a Masterclass in Public Procurement Law and Polic The masterclass will help participants to understand the legal and regulatory frameworks governing public procurement, the principles that guide procurement processes and how these rules are applied in national and international systems. The programme will also cover international procurement frameworks, including the work of the UNCITRAL: United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) and the World Trade Organization (WTO). Dates: 18th–23rd January Venue: Strathmore University Fee: KSh 100,000 Registration: bit.ly/4zryMHa

Is it even a year without the Annual Legal Aid Caravan? This year, we head to Kajiado County from 8th - 14th November 2026 under the theme, Promoting Access to Justice. Through the caravan, the #StrathmoreClinic and partners ( @KAS_Kenya , @NDLaw, Kenyewa Poka Youth Organisation (KPYO), Global Justice Kenya) will bring free legal services, legal education and advocacy closer to underserved communities, particularly those with limited access to legal support. The caravan will also identify cases requiring formal intervention, legal representation or continued support through partner networks and pro bono advocates. Access to justice should not depend on where you live or what you can afford. #LegalAidCaravan2026 #AccessToJustice

We were honoured to represent Kenya and Africa in the World Finals of the 35th Manfred Lachs Space Law Moot. The competition was held in Antalya, Turkiye, early this month. The team's valiant efforts concluded at the semi-finals, making them the second Kenyan team to ever have reached that far in the competition’s history. This follows our efforts in the 34th edition of the Moot in 2025. The team was comprised of: 1. Megan Njuguna. 2. Michelle Kombo. 3. Nigel Akilimali. 4. Elvis Cosmos. (Coach) 5. Paul Martin Konyango. (Coach) Sincere appreciation to the school at large and, more specifically, to Dr. Jane Wathuta, Mr. Allan Mukuki and Mr. Wesley Ooro for their guidance and support in navigating the logistical terrain. We're also immensly grateful for the support of Emmanuel Macharia, Albert Macharia, Ayaga Max Liambilah and Alvin Kubasu. In addition, the generous support of our partners and stakeholders was instrumental to our efforts and success. To that end, we acknowledge the Kenya Space Agency and the Turkish Airlines. The students were recognised with: 1. Membership to the International Institute of Space Law (IISL); 2. Plaques and Certificates of Excellence. #GoPlacesWithSU