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Abstract:
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Kenya just like other countries in the world has to struggle with the high demand for quality
education in general and legal education in specific. More institutions of higher learning are seeking
accreditation from the accreditation body (Council of Legal Education) to offer legal education yet matters of
quality are least addressed. The regulatory framework of legal education in Kenya has streamlined provision of
legal education and training. Today, Kenya prides herself with over 60 institutions of higher learning of which
10 are licensed to offer legal education and training. Although these institutions are still fewer in terms of
meeting the demand for legal education and training, quality has been the driving force behind the licensing of
legal education and training institutions. A recent audit of all universities in Kenya revealed shortfalls ininternal
quality assurance policies, systems and mechanisms. This paper will discuss the growth higher education in
Kenya with special emphasis to legal education and the mechanisms used in enhancing quality in legal
education. In addition, the paper will explore progress made by the regulatory body in enhancing quality in legal
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