President William Ruto has appointed Justice Mohamed Warsame to the Supreme Court of Kenya. The appointment was made through a Gazette notice dated May 5, 2026, as confirmed by official government records.
Justice Warsame was nominated by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) on April 29, 2026, to fill a vacancy on the Supreme Court. The JSC conducted interviews and recommended his appointment following the required constitutional process.
Justice Mohamed Warsame previously served as a Judge of the Court of Appeal. His appointment to the Supreme Court is subject to approval by the National Assembly, as stipulated under Article 166 of the Kenyan Constitution.
The appointment fills a vacancy created by the retirement of a Supreme Court judge. The JSC had advertised the position and shortlisted candidates before nominating Justice Warsame.
