Faith Odhiambo hails successor Kanjama after decisive LSK triumph
By Faith Lagat, February 19, 2026Outgoing Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo has congratulated Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama on his election as the 52nd President of the society following a closely watched vote by advocates nationwide.
In a post on X shortly after the announcement of results, Odhiambo described Kanjama’s victory as resounding and commended his service to the legal profession.
“I convey hearty congratulations to @ckanjama SC on his resounding win in today’s Election to become the 52nd President of the @LawSocietyofKe. His record of dutiful service to the society and contributions to development of governance in Kenya make him a worthy torchbearer of the LSK’s vision and mandate,” she wrote.
She added: “You inherit the leadership of a united, stable and forward-looking society which can achieve great success if steered diligently and tactfully. The people of Kenya will look up to your leadership as we get into a high-stakes electioneering period, and I am hopeful that you will offer the required leadership and remain committed to the rule of law and the constitution. Serve with distinction.”
Election results and transition
His closest challenger, Peter Wanyama, garnered 2,616 votes, while current LSK Vice President Mwaura Kabata finished third with 2,086 votes.
Advocates across the country participated in the poll that will see Kanjama serve the 2026–2028 term, taking over from Odhiambo. Transition arrangements are expected to commence immediately ahead of a formal handover in line with society regulations.
Speaking after the declaration of results, Kanjama termed the victory both an honour and a responsibility, expressing appreciation for the outgoing leadership.
“I’m glad to benefit from the work of the Law Society of Kenya… It’s a responsibility to hold to those high pledges and commitments I made to the statutory role of the Law Society of Kenya, not to disappoint Kenyans, not to disappoint lawyers, my supporters and indeed all advocates both those who voted and those who didn’t,” he said.
Unity call after gruelling race
Kanjama praised the conduct and management of the election, noting improvements compared to previous polls, and called for unity among members.
“It was a gruelling race… All three candidates gave a good show. But that one winner has to embrace all the others so that we all become winners,” he noted.
He also pledged to address workplace challenges within the legal profession, including harassment and professional conduct concerns. “We cannot have the strength to champion human rights… for other Kenyans when we are not able to champion it for ourselves in our workplaces,” Kanjama stated.
Looking ahead to the 2027 General Election, Kanjama warned that Kenya still faces preparedness gaps and said the society would advocate statutory reforms, boundary delimitation, adequate funding, and high professional standards among lawyers serving in electoral institutions.