The High Court has issued an order suspending the Kenya Institution of Engineers (IEK) from nominating members for the Engineers Board, as per a ruling by the judge. The court barred IEK, its council, officials, and representatives from shortlisting or submitting names to the Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport. The decision comes amid ongoing legal challenges surrounding the appointment process for the board.
The ruling was based on allegations of procedural irregularities in the nomination process, which the court found to be non-compliant with established guidelines. Legal representatives of IEK had previously argued that the process was transparent and followed proper protocols. However, the judge ruled that the institution had failed to meet the necessary legal standards.
The suspension is expected to delay the formation of the new board, which is responsible for regulating engineering practices in Kenya. The Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport has been directed to initiate a new nomination process in accordance with the court's order. The case highlights growing concerns over the governance and accountability of professional regulatory bodies in the country.
