Court Stops Ruto From Constructing Church at State House

High Court halts church construction at State House pending petition outcome

The decision was made on August 26, 2025, by Justice Mwita of the Constitutional and Human Rights Division at the Milimani Law Courts, following a petition filed by Transparency International Kenya, the Kenya Human Rights Commission, and two other lobby groups.

Court stops Ruto from constructing church at State House

Justice Mwita said he was convinced that the case raised issues of significant constitutional importance.

High Court Bars Ruto from Constructing a Church at State House

Four organizations petitioned to halt the controversial Ksh1.2 billion project.

Court Blocks Ruto From Constructing Church at State House

The ruling follows a petition filed by the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) and the Katiba Institute.