Charles Kanjama has been elected as the 52nd president of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) on February 19, 2026.
Kanjama defeated Peter Wanyama and former LSK Vice Chairperson Mwaura Kabata to win a highly contested seat.
Kanjama has won the LSK presidential seat after garnering 3,728 votes.
Peter Wanyama came second with 2,616 votes, while Mwaura Kabata came third after garnering 2,086 votes.
Kanjama brings over two decades of legal expertise to the 2026-2028 council.
Kanjama’s victory reflects a desire for “tried and tested” leadership at a time when the society’s role in national discourse has never been more vital.
Despite acknowledging a “full in-tray” of daunting tasks ahead, the Senior Counsel’s appointment marks a new chapter focused on the gravity of the office and professional excellence.
Kanjama’s presidency is expected to reinforce the LSK’s position as a pivotal player in Kenya’s political architecture.
Lawyers voted to choose the next President, Vice-President and Council members of the Society, which represents more than 20,000 practising advocates nationwide.
Charles will be deputized by lawyer Teresia Wavinya Nicholas.
He takes over from Faith Odhiambo, who served as President of the Law Society following her election on March 1, 2024.
Faith leaves a legacy of being at the forefront of fighting for protesters’ right to demonstrate and picket peacefully, without being harassed by law enforcement officers, and the release of protesters detained by the police during the anti-finance bill protests in Kenya.
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) conducted the elections, with over 18,000 registered lawyers expected to vote.
