President William Ruto reportedly called the cardiologist treating his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, on October 17, 2024, to inquire about his health after he was admitted to hospital with severe chest pain.

• The call was made by the President of the Republic of Kenya while Mr Gachagua was under the care of Chief Cardiologist and Founder Dr Daniel Gikonyo at Karen Hospital in Nairobi.
• This revelation is part of court filings in an ongoing constitutional case challenging the legality of Mr Gachagua's removal as Deputy President.
• Mr Gachagua was admitted complaining of severe chest pain on the same day the Senate proceeded with deliberations that led to the upholding of several impeachment charges against him.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a strong criticism against the Kenyan government and labor unions, accusing them of failing to support workers.

• Gachagua stated that workers received only empty promises on Labour Day, instead of the relief they expected.
• The key individuals involved are former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, the Kenyan government, and labor unions.
• He emphasized that the fight to restore workers' "mutilated pay slips" has now begun.

The article delves into Kenya's "politics of vendetta," highlighting historical instances of retribution against former leaders and its current resurgence. It questions the targeting of opposition figures and former presidents for their political involvement.

• President Kibaki reportedly prevented the arrest and eviction of former President Daniel arap Moi following the 2002 elections.
• Current discussions involve potential stripping of retirement benefits for figures like former President Uhuru Kenyatta, drawing parallels to past political battles.
• The article cites the Presidential Retirement Benefits (Amendment) Act, 2013 as the legal framework governing benefits for former heads of state and designated officers.