Kenya’s deputy president impeached in a historic political shake-up

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On October 17, 2024, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua became the first high-ranking Kenyan official to be impeached under the 2010 Constitution. The Senate’s decision followed an overwhelming vote by the National Assembly on October 8, marking the end of Gachagua’s term as Deputy President. He faced 11 charges, including …

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