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Proceedings Advance in Shakahola Massacre, Governor's Impeachment, and Gold Scam Cases - August 2025
Several high-profile legal matters progressed this week. In the Mombasa High Court, harrowing testimonies were heard in the Shakahola massacre case, where Paul Mackenzie and 29 co-accused face murder charges. Witnesses described forced starvation and beatings. In Kericho County, Governor Erick Mutai faced his second impeachment hearing over the alleged misappropriation of Ksh85 million, which was accompanied by violent street clashes and an attempted arson attack. Separately, police arrested two masterminds behind a gold scam that targeted Dubai nationals. The suspects allegedly defrauded two investors of USD 54,000 (approximately Ksh 8.5 million) in September 2024.