The country has made a milestone with the election of Judge Phoebe Okowa to the International Court of Justice (ICJ), making her the first Kenyan to serve on the court since its establishment in 1945.
Her election to fill a mid-term vacancy reflects the strong confidence of UN Member States in her credentials, experience, and integrity.
Her success reflects not only personal excellence, but also our nation’s continued commitment to contributing distinguished professionals to the multilateral system.
President William Ruto met and congratulated Judge Phoebe Okowa at State House, Nairobi, on her remarkable achievement, and reaffirmed the government’s unwavering support as she takes up this important international responsibility.
Kenyans on social media platforms have massively reacted to Phoebe Okowa's election as ICJ judge with most people sending their congratulatory messages to her. Below are some of the reactions from Kenyans on social media