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Kenyan Deputy President Gachagua Faces Impeachment Amidst Political Rift

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A motion to impeach Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua was filed in parliament on Tuesday, sparking a major political crisis. The motion accuses Gachagua of inciting ethnic tensions and undermining the government by contradicting President William Ruto publicly.Gachagua reportedly played a crucial role in Ruto's 2022 election victory. However, his recent public statements, including suggestions that those who voted for the ruling coalition deserve preferential treatment in jobs and development projects, have drawn criticism and fueled the rift.The motion, signed by over 83% of parliament members, surpasses the required threshold for a vote. If passed by a two-thirds majority in the lower house, the charges will be presented to the senate, potentially leading to an investigation and a final impeachment vote.The impeachment process is expected to include public participation and a response from Gachagua before a final decision is made.

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Kenyan Deputy President Gachagua Faces Impeachment Amidst Political Rift

13:37 02.10.2024 (Updated: 14:03 02.10.2024)

© Photo LUIS TATOH.E. William Ruto, C.G.H., President of the Republic of Kenya; H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, Vice President of the Republic of Kenya, Executive Vice President of the European Commission EVP Valdis Dombrovskis and Kenya’s CS for Investment and Trade H.E. Moses Kuria attend the official signing of the EU-Kenya Economic Partnership Agreement in State House, Nairobi, Kenya on June 19, 2023.

H.E. William Ruto, C.G.H., President of the Republic of Kenya; H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, Vice President of the Republic of Kenya, Executive Vice President of the European Commission EVP Valdis Dombrovskis and Kenya’s CS for Investment and Trade H.E. Moses Kuria attend the official signing of the EU-Kenya Economic Partnership Agreement in State House, Nairobi, Kenya on June 19, 2023. - Sputnik Africa, 1920, 02.10.2024

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The impeachment drive comes amidst growing tensions between Kenyan President William Ruto and his deputy, reportedly stemming from Rigathi Gachagua's perceived diminished influence since Ruto formed a coalition government with the opposition.

Gachagua reportedly played a crucial role in Ruto's 2022 election victory. However, his recent public statements, including suggestions that those who voted for the ruling coalition deserve preferential treatment in jobs and development projects, have drawn criticism and fueled the rift.

A protester throws back a tear gas canister at police officers during a protest over proposed tax hikes in a finance bill that is due to be tabled in parliament in Nairobi, Kenya, Thursday, June 20, 2024. - Sputnik Africa, 1920, 27.09.2024

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The motion, signed by over 83% of parliament members, surpasses the required threshold for a vote. If passed by a two-thirds majority in the lower house, the charges will be presented to the senate, potentially leading to an investigation and a final impeachment vote.

The impeachment process is expected to include public participation and a response from Gachagua before a final decision is made.