A coalition of five civil‑society organisations has lodged a fresh application at the High Court, alleging President William Ruto failed to comply with a court order to reconstitute his cabinet within 120 days.

The court‑ordered deadline expired on 28 October 2026, prompting the petitioners to seek further judicial intervention.

The High Court has certified the application as urgent and set a hearing before a three‑judge bench for 1 December 2026.

Among the orders sought are a suspension of the cabinet and a ban on Cabinet Secretaries performing official duties until the earlier judgment is complied with.

The petition also asks the court to prevent the Secretary to the Cabinet from convening meetings, recording resolutions or communicating decisions.

Further relief includes restraining the Controller of Budget from approving salaries, benefits and any public expenditure linked to cabinet operations, effective from the missed deadline.

The applicants have requested the Attorney‑General be summoned to explain the President’s alleged non‑compliance and seek a declaration that the failure amounts to wilful contempt of court.

While seeking these orders, the organisations asked the court to defer any personal liability or punishment against President Ruto until the end of his term.

The filing comes amid broader legal pressure on government officials over alleged inadequate responses to political violence ahead of the 2027 General Election.