Kenya’s judiciary is in mourning after the sudden death of Justice Fredrick Ochieng Andago, a distinguished Court of Appeal Judge.
Chief Justice Martha Koome confirmed the news, expressing her “profound sadness” and describing Judge Ochieng as a legal luminary who had given decades of service to the judiciary.
A Distinguished Career
Justice Ochieng began his career at the High Court in 2003 before rising through the ranks. In 2022, he was appointed to the Court of Appeal, where he made a significant impact in commercial law and dispute resolution.
Key Contributions
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Chaired the Court Annexed Mediation Taskforce
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Known for landmark rulings in commercial law
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Advocated for alternative dispute resolution mechanisms
Tributes from the Judiciary
CJ Koome noted that Judge Ochieng’s passing was a great loss to Kenya’s legal community. His colleagues described him as a principled, hardworking, and compassionate jurist.
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Image Alt Text: Chief Justice Martha Koome addressing judiciary on the death of Judge Fredrick Ochieng Andago
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Justice Fredrick Ochieng’s Legacy: Jurisprudence, Mediation & Service to the Judiciary
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Remembering Justice Fredrick Ochieng: His Legacy & Contributions
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From High Court service to the Court of Appeal, Justice Fredrick Ochieng’s contributions to Kenya’s jurisprudence and mediation leave an enduring legacy.
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The death of Justice Fredrick Ochieng Andago has left Kenya’s judiciary reeling, but his remarkable legacy will endure.
Career Milestones
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Joined judiciary in 2003 at the High Court.
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Elevated to the Court of Appeal in 2022.
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Respected for rulings in commercial law and mediation advocacy.
Champion of Mediation
Justice Ochieng chaired the Court Annexed Mediation Taskforce, working to reduce backlog in courts by encouraging mediation in disputes.
A Lasting Legacy
Lawyers and judges across Kenya hailed him as a visionary jurist whose dedication will continue to influence the legal system for years to come.
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Image Alt Text: Portrait of Justice Fredrick Ochieng remembered for his contributions to mediation and jurisprudence
