Chief Justice Martha Koome has been awarded an honorary Doctor of Letters degree by Kenya Methodist University (KeMU) in recognition of her contribution to the legal profession, human rights and the advancement of justice.
The Chief Justice received the Degree of Doctor of Letters (D.Litt.), Honoris Causa, during the university’s 26th graduation ceremony held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at its main campus in Meru.
The degree was conferred by the university’s Chancellor in recognition of her service to society and contribution to the legal profession.
In a statement, Koome said she was honoured and humbled by the recognition, describing it as a reminder of the responsibility that comes with education and leadership.
“I am deeply honoured and humbled to receive the Degree of Doctor of Letters (D.Litt.), Honoris Causa, from Kenya Methodist University (KeMU) during its 26th Graduation Ceremony held today, 7 November 2026, at its Main Campus in Meru,” Koome said.
She added that the recognition reinforced the importance of using professional knowledge and leadership positions to serve society and improve people’s lives.
“I receive this distinguished honour with immense gratitude. To me, it is a powerful reminder that the true measure of education, leadership and professional achievement lies not in personal accomplishment, but in how meaningfully we use our knowledge, skills and positions to serve others and transform lives,” she added.
The Chief Justice further thanked the university’s leadership, faculty and wider fraternity for recognising her contribution and investing in education and national development.
