Strathmore Law Journal
- Publisher
- Strathmore University
- ISSN
- 2411-5975; 2413-7162
- Country
- Kenya
- Language
- English
- Thematic area
- Human Rights, Law in Africa
About this journal
The Strathmore Law Journal (SLJ) is a biannual publication that showcases scholarly work within the legal sphere, with a particular focus on legal issues within the East African region. Its scope extends beyond purely regional concerns, however, encompassing a broad range of topics that are relevant to the contemporary legal landscape. This includes areas such as human rights, constitutional law, international law, commercial law, and criminal justice.
The SLJ consistently engages with key themes that are central to the contemporary legal discourse, such as the intersection of law and technology, globalization and its impact on legal systems, the role of law in promoting sustainable development, and the challenges of achieving justice in a rapidly changing world. The journal's commitment to exploring these issues through rigorous academic inquiry makes it a valuable resource for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers alike.
The audience for the SLJ is diverse, encompassing legal academics, practitioners, judges, government officials, students, and anyone interested in staying informed about current developments in the legal field. The journal aims to serve as a platform for sharing knowledge, promoting dialogue, and fostering collaboration among legal professionals across different sectors.
The SLJ has made a significant impact within the legal community in East Africa and beyond. Its publications have been cited in numerous scholarly works, and the journal's contributions to the development of legal thought have been recognized by leading legal institutions. The journal's commitment to rigorous academic standards and its focus on contemporary legal issues ensures its continued relevance and influence within the global legal discourse.
Volumes (20 articles)
Volume 7, Issue 1 (2023)
Volume 6, Issue 1 (2022)
Volume 5, Issue 1 (2021)
Volume 4, Issue 1 (2020)
Volume 3, Issue 1 (2017)
- Countering Terrorism and Violet Extremism While Promoting the Right of Peoples to Peace and Security in Africa
- Discreet Discretion and Moderate Moderation in Judicial Sentencing: A commentary on Kenya’s Sentencing Policy Guidelines, 2016
- Religious Pluralism in Practice: Defining Secularism in Kenya’s Headscarf Cases
- Remedies to Illicit Financial Flows from Transfer Pricing of Services and Hosting Intellectual Property in Kenya
- Security and devolution in Kenya: Struggles in applying constitutional provisions to local politics
- 'South Africa is Not an Accused'