The search for the next President of the Supreme Court begins today Monday the 29th of August.
With six individuals shortlisted for the post, the first person to face the Judicial Service Commission will be Justice Alnashir Vishram, who will be presenting himself to the Margaret Kobia led team to say why he is the best suited to hold the position.
High court Judge Msagah Mbogoli is set to follow suit Tuesday, followed by Justice Maraga on Wednesday the 31st
Lawyer Nzamba Kitonga, the only non-judge among the shortlisted candidates, will face J.S.C panelists on Thursday followed by Justice Roslyn Nambuye, the only lady on the list on Friday.
Justice Nambuye, who has 30 years of experience under her belt, is also seen by many analysts as highly favored for the position of Deputy Chief Justice because of her gender.
The last one to face the panel will be Justice Smokin Wanjala on Saturday. Justice Wanjala who has previously served as the deputy director of the prevention services at the defunct Kenya Anti-corruption Commission had to resign in 2009 following an outcry on how he had been appointed by the former head of state Mwai Kibaki.
The search is aimed at filling the gap left upon Willy Mutunga's retirement on June 16 this year, and his former deputy Kalpana Rawaal.
The commission will also interview the 13 deputy chief justice hopefuls.
According to J.S.C chair Margaret Kobia, speaking on phone to Citizen TV on Sunday, all the candidates stand an equal chance and all the petitions have been addressed.
The process is expected to be concluded in October.
Upon completion of all the interviews, J.S.C will then present one name for each of the positions to President Uhuru Kenyatta for ascent.