The effects of undermining Judicial Independence on the rule of Law in Kenya.
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Date
2010-12
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Kampala International University, School of law.
Abstract
This study has sought to address the levels of deterioration of Rule of Law in Kenya due to the
undermining of judicial independence in the country. In studying the effects of undermining
judicial independence on the Rule of Law, this study seeks to find the redresses available to
solve the imminent problems brought about by the deterioration of Rule of Law in Kenya.
This study adopts a descriptive design since the researcher seeks to establish solutions to
significant problems. Simple random sampling and purposive sampling were employed to come
up with one hundred respondents. The study employs both qualitative and quantitative methods
of data collection. Open ended questionnaires as well as unstructured interviews were used in
order to obtain descriptive information void of bias. Closed ended questionnaires were also
employed for the ease in computation during presentations.
The study showed that a higher percentage about over 70% of the respondents agreed that
judicial independence is a myth and as such, Rule of Law is also an illusion. The key conclusions
of the study were that in order to ensure that Rule of Law is operative; the upholding of the
doctrine of judicial independence is a crucial element.
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A dissertation submitted to the School of Law, in Partial Fulfillment of the
Requirement for the Award of Bachelors Degree of Law for Kampala International
University.
Keywords
Judicial Independence, Effects, Law, Kenya