Court halts immunity granted to Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation had enjoyed legal protections and benefits typically afforded to recognised non-governmental organisations. ..

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The Milimani High Court has suspended the legal privileges granted to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, following a petition by the Law Society of Kenya (LSK).

Legal Notice No. 157 was issued on October 4, 2024, conferring immunities typically reserved for diplomatic missions.
Judge Bahati Mwamuye ruled that these privileges will remain suspended pending legal review.
The LSK argues that these immunities undermine local laws and allow the foundation to operate without scrutiny, potentially threatening national security.

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