The much hyped annual gathering also discussed two third gender rule culminated in a major golf tournament today and the society’s annual CSR activity at the Born Again Children’s Home where they supported the Children’s Home with essential supplies and foodstuffs.
The issue of gender rule was also addressed in the women breakfast attended by senior counsel and wiper leader HE stephen Kalonzo Musyoka and SC Martha Karua,Philip Murgor,Fred Ojiambo where it emerged the number of women magistrates has decreased however the number of women lawyers has surpassed that of men in the practice.
The key note address presented by Pheroze Nowrojee SC at the official opening urged advocates to be champions of good governance and stand up against injustice and oppressive government.The seasoned lawyer also launched his book during the event.
Prof. Palamagamba Kabudi, Minister for Justice and Legal Affairs, United Republic of Tanzania highlighted the need for East African member states to unite and work together.
Law society president Faith odhiambo speaking during the conference urged women in power to agitate for more space for other women and embrace the rule of law.
According to several lawyers who attended the conference, it was used to earn them annual four points with maximum points required for the profession been five points.
