Philip Murgor elected new Senior Counsel Bar Chairperson

The Senior Counsel Bar (SCB) has elected a new leadership team, ushering in Philip Murgor as Chairperson, Joyce Majiwa as Vice-Chairperson, and Charles Kanjama as Secretary. Citizen Digital reports

The trio, endorsed by an overwhelming majority of Senior Counsel, were formally installed during the SCB’s annual retreat at Diamond Leisure Lodge in Diani on Wednesday.

Murgor takes over from Dr. Fred Ojiambo, who retires after more than a decade at the helm, having succeeded the late Mutula Kilonzo in 2013.

Dr. Ojiambo’s leadership team over the years included the late Zahir Malik, the late Ken Fraser, and Omesh Kapila.

Following the demise of Mr. Malik and Mr. Fraser and the retirement of Mr. Kapila, Mr. Murgor stepped in as interim Vice-Chair and Organizing Secretary, a role he held with what the SCB described as “indefatigable zeal and dedication.”

Lucy Muthoni Kambuni, most recently served as Secretary until her retirement, paving the way for Mr. Kanjama’s appointment.

The Senior Counsel Bar, established in 2003, was first chaired by former Attorney General Amos Wako.Lucy Muthoni Kambuni, most recently served as Secretary until her retirement, paving the way for Mr. Kanjama’s appointment.

The Senior Counsel Bar, established in 2003, was first chaired by former Attorney General Amos Wako.

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