After impeachment setback, Kenyans read Gachagua’s lips

Author: Otieno OtienoPublished on: June 13, 2026Country: Kenya

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After impeachment setback, Kenyans read Gachagua’s lips

Kenya's High Court upheld the impeachment of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, barring him from public office unless overturned on appeal. Gachagua plans to challenge the ruling, but the 2027 general election is only a year away. The legal setback may boost his political standing, especially in the Mount Kenya region.

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