- The High Court has lifted the legal barriers preventing Kithure Kindiki from being sworn in as the new Deputy President
- This decision comes after Rigathi Gachagua, Kindiki’s predecessor, filed over 30 legal challenges against his impeachment, which was upheld by the Senate
- This officially marks the end of Gachagua’s era as Kenya’s fourth deputy president
The High Court has lifted the legal barriers preventing Kithure Kindiki from being sworn in as the new Deputy President in a pivotal ruling on Thursday.
This decision follows the tumultuous impeachment saga surrounding his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua, who has filed over 30 court cases challenging his ousting.
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Judge Anthony Mrima emphasized the need for stability, stating, “The office of the deputy president should not remain vacant,” a sentiment that underscores the urgency of political continuity in a country facing significant unrest.
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Gachagua’s impeachment stemmed from serious accusations, including gross violations of the constitution and inciting ethnic hatred—charges he vehemently denies, claiming they are politically motivated.
This ruling comes on the heels of the Senate’s decision to uphold five of the eleven charges against Gachagua, adding to the ongoing political chaos that has gripped Kenya since widespread protests erupted over unpopular tax increases in June.
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President William Ruto’s selection of Interior Minister Kithure Kindiki to fill the deputy president role signifies a potential shift in Kenya’s political landscape, especially as Gachagua’s legal challenges threaten to drag on, leaving the nation watching closely for further developments.
