Law Society of Kenya

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) is the professional organization for all lawyers in Kenya. It plays a crucial role in upholding the rule of law and protecting the interests of the legal profession and the public. Recently, the LSK has become newsworthy due to its legal challenge against the establishment of an Ebola quarantine center at the Laikipia Air Base for American citizens. The High Court of Kenya has suspended the establishment of this facility and the arrival of any foreign patients pending the hearing of the case filed by the LSK. This action by the LSK highlights its commitment to ensuring due process and public safety, as evidenced by the subsequent protests by youths against the quarantine center. The organization's intervention underscores its significance in safeguarding public interest and its capacity to influence national policy and public health decisions through legal means.