The Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ) in Kenya has initiated an Access to Information request directed at the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), seeking clarification on the agency's failure to disclose records concerning both approved and pending power projects in Marsabit County. This directive was issued following an application made by James Gitau, who has requested detailed information on all Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and licenses granted for these projects, highlighting a growing concern over transparency in the management of environmental resources and related projects in the region.

The CAJ's notice, dated February 12, 2026, specifically calls upon NEMA's Director General Mamo Mamo to provide certified copies of all entries within its Access to Information Register relevant to the request. The CAJ's action underscores the critical role of oversight bodies in holding government agencies accountable and ensuring that there is full disclosure of information that can affect communities and environmental integrity. It also sends a clear message about the importance of environmental governance in the context of increasing investment in energy projects.

Failure to respond adequately within seven days, as stipulated in the notice, may result in the CAJ proceeding to make a determination without NEMA’s input, which could have serious implications for the agency’s credibility and willingness to comply with transparency standards. This situation highlights the ongoing tensions between developmental projects and environmental regulation, a significant issue in Kenya's efforts toward sustainable energy and development.