Chief Justice David Maraga has shut down Githongo Law Court in Imenti Central, Meru, for 14 days after five suspects tested positive for coronavirus. “Five accused persons who appeared before Githongo law courts last week have tested positive for Covid-19. The Judiciary leadership after consultation with Court Users Committee of Githongo Law Courts as well as the Ministry of Health, has taken necessary steps to suspend physical court operations,” Maraga said in the letter. “Githongo law courts shall be closed for 14 days with effect from July 30. The head of Githongo law courts shall issue directions on handling of urgent matters and those that will be affected by the closure,” Maraga said.

Source: The Star July 31, 2020 09:56 UTC