Council of Legal Education

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

The Council of Legal Education Quality Assurance, Compliance and Licensing (QCL) Committee led by Mr. George Nyakundi, Chairperson, Ms. Aisha Abdallah, Member, CLE CEO Prof. Jack Mwimali and officers from the Directorate of Standards, Licensing, Supervision and Compliance conducted an on-site inspection at the Africa Nazarene University (ANU) School of Law.

The exercise assessed ANU’s application to renew its training license for the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) Programme, ensuring compliance with the Legal Education Act CAP 16B and the 2016 Accreditation Regulations.

Key areas inspected include; governance, curriculum delivery, staffing, research, library resources, infrastructure, student support services and overall quality assurance mechanisms.

ANU was represented by Prof. Simon Obwatho, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic and Student Affairs); Prof. Loise Musikali, Dean, School of Law; and Mr. Juliana Njiriri, Chairperson, School of Law, among other officials.

Council of Legal Education remains committed to safeguarding the quality of legal education and training in Kenya through effective regulation, supervision and continuous quality assurance.

For more information, visit https://cle.or.ke/directorate-standards-licensing-supervision-and-compliance

01/06/2026

Happy from the Council of Legal Education.

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28/05/2026

Earlier today, Council of Legal Education participated in the briefing and launch of the 2025/26 Annual President’s Report on National Values and Principles of Governance held at the KICD Kenya.

CLE was represented by Mr. Josphat Waithaka, Chairperson of the National Cohesion and Values Committee, and Ms. Caroline Njeru, Secretary.

The forum was convened by the State Department for National Government Coordination through the Directorate of National Cohesion and Values and focused on the preparation of the 13th Annual President’s Report on measures taken and progress achieved in the realization of national values and principles of governance.

CLE remains committed to mainstreaming national values and principles of governance in ex*****on of its mandate to ensure quality legal education and administration of the Advocates Training Programme (ATP) examination.

For more information, visit www.cle.or.keor send an email to [email protected]

27/05/2026

Recognition of Foreign Qualifications in Law: Your Pathway to Practice in Kenya.

Did you study law outside Kenya and dream of practicing as an advocate back home? The Council of Legal Education (CLE) has outlined the official process for recognition and approval of foreign law qualifications for admission into the Advocates Training Programme (ATP).

Key requirements include:
• Certified LL.B degree certificate and transcripts
• Certified curriculum/syllabus
• Letter of recommendation from your university
• Proof of accreditation of your law program
• Payment of application fee (KShs. 10,000)

IMPORTANT:
If your high school qualifications are NOT KCSE, you MUST obtain a KNQA Statement of Equation before applying. Applications without KNQA equivalency will be rejected as incomplete.

Common foreign qualifications requiring KNQA equation include:
• A-Levels / GCSE
• IB Diploma
• American High School Diploma
• Other non-KCSE certificates

The recognition process is a critical step toward joining the legal profession in Kenya and ensuring all advocates meet national professional standards.

Read the full guide carefully and ensure your application is complete before submission to avoid delays.

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27/05/2026

Eid Mubarak from the Council of Legal Education.

For more information, visit www.cle.or.ke or send an email to [email protected]

26/05/2026

WAKILI, TWENDE TULIPE BEL

Since it's establishment in 2019, the Bar Examination Loan (BEL) has benefited 2,148 ATP candidates.

Behind every BEL application, is a story of sacrifice, resilience, hope and determination. For the beneficiaries, BEL became the bridge between financial hardship and the opportunity to sit for the Bar Examination.

CLE appeals to all BEL beneficiaries to repay their loan and help other deserving candidate access the same opportunity.

When you repay BEL, another dream lives on.

You can repay using different payment platforms e.g. USSD Code *642 #, HELB Mobile App, Loanee Self-Serve Portal or Employers Portal. For advocates in diaspora you can also repay using Wave, World Remit and Bank deposit.

For inquiries and application support, send an email to [email protected] or [email protected]

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Appeal to Kenyan Lawyers Abroad to Repay BEL Loans: Appeal to Kenyan lawyers and advocates abroad to repay BEL loans and help sustain legal

25/05/2026

Earlier today, Dr. Felix Odhiambo, Director of Examinations at the Council of Legal Education, joined other dignitaries during the of 166 Advocates presided over by Chief Justice Martha K. Koome, EGH.

Congratulations to all the newly admitted Advocates of the High Court of Kenya!

For more information, visit http://cle.or.ke or Call/WhatsApp 0719 150000

22/05/2026

Appeal to Kenyan Lawyers Abroad to Repay BEL Loans

The Bar Examination Loan (BEL) has helped over 2,148 aspiring advocates complete their ATP examinations and pursue successful legal careers in Kenya and abroad.

To all Kenyan lawyers and advocates in the diaspora who once benefited from BEL: kindly honor your repayment obligations and help keep this important program alive for future generations.

Every repayment gives another deserving student the opportunity to sit for the bar exams and achieve their dream of becoming an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.

Your repayment is more than an obligation — it is an investment in the future of legal education and justice in Kenya.

Let us sustain the BEL legacy together.

Full details in the comments below👇