Kenyan Lawyers Condemn Martha Karua's Deportation From Uganda

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has strongly condemned Uganda's government for denying entry to prominent Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua. LSK President Charles Kanjama stated that the decision to bar Karua, who serves as a lead lawyer for Ugandan opposition figure Dr. Kiza Besigye, is unacceptable.

Karua, a respected Senior Counsel in Kenya, was reportedly turned away at the Ugandan border. The specifics of the Ugandan government's reasoning for denying her entry have not been fully detailed in the initial reports. However, the LSK's condemnation suggests a belief that the action was unwarranted and potentially politically motivated, given Karua's role in representing Besigye.

The LSK's statement highlights concerns over the treatment of legal professionals and the potential implications for cross-border legal practice and access to justice. The organization views the denial of entry as a significant issue that warrants strong objection from Kenyan legal bodies. The incident raises questions about the relationship between the two East African nations and the free movement of legal representatives.

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The President of the Law Society of Kenya, Charles Kanjama, has condemned the decision by the government of Uganda to deny Dr. Kiza Besigye's lead lawyer, Senior Counsel Martha Karua.