Law Society of Kenya Hosts Annual Conference in Kwale

Reporting by Kelvin Malick 

Law $ Legal Affairs 

Law Society of Kenya President Ms. Faith Adhiambo addressing delegates at the Diamonds Leisure Beach and Golf Resort in Kwale.

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) is holding its Annual Conference 2025 at the Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort in Kwale County, attracting legal professionals from across the country to deliberate on matters affecting the profession and justice sector.

The five day meeting, which began on Tuesday, August 12, will run until Saturday, August 16, and has brought together advocates, judges, magistrates, senior government officials, academics, and representatives from civil society and the private sector.

The conference provides a platform for members to share experiences, examine emerging legal trends, and develop strategies for addressing challenges related to the rule of law, human rights, and access to justice.

Opening the meeting, LSK President [insert name] said the forum is an opportunity to reflect on the role of legal practitioners in safeguarding constitutionalism and upholding professional standards.

“This gathering is about reaffirming our duty to protect the rights of every Kenyan and ensuring that justice remains accessible, fair, and timely,” the LSK President said.

The 2025 conference programme includes plenary discussions and breakout sessions on topics such as legal practice in the digital era, climate change litigation, anti-money laundering frameworks, human rights protection, and the harmonization of laws within the East African Community.

The event has received sponsorship from corporate, academic, and development partners including East African Breweries Ltd (EABL), KCB Bank, Daystar University, CIC Group, DLA Piper Africa, IKM Advocates, Britam, Communications Authority of Kenya, Stanbic Bank, Octagon Africa, Uber Kenya, ABSA Bank, APA Insurance, NCBA, Kingdom Bank, Media Council of Kenya, UN Women, and the Capital Markets Authority.

Additional partners include Enfinite Solutions Ltd, Amnesty International, Panari Hotels & Resort, LawAfrica, Defenders Coalition, Harm Reduction Society, and the Center for Reproductive Rights, among others.

Kwale Governor welcomed the delegates to the county, noting that the tourism and hospitality industry benefits significantly from hosting national and international gatherings. He encouraged visitors to experience Kwale’s beaches, culture, and hospitality.

On Friday, August 15, the conference will host a sponsors’ evening where key partners such as Octagon Africa, Uber Kenya, ABSA, CPF Financial Services, Kingdom Bank Ltd, Panari Hotels & Resort, Amnesty International, Enfinite Solutions Ltd, Harm Reduction Society, and APA Insurance will be recognized for their support.

The LSK Annual Conference also serves as a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) event, allowing advocates to earn points required for license renewal, while also offering a networking opportunity for practitioners, policymakers, and industry partners.

The meeting will conclude on Saturday with the adoption of resolutions aimed at strengthening the legal profession’s role in promoting justice, accountability, and good governance.

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