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August 15, 2025
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Police Flood Streets as Tensions Soar Over Governor's Impeachment Hearing

Police Flood Streets as Tensions Soar Over Governor's Impeachment Hearing

An initial court ruling had blocked the impeachment hearing...

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Tension and chaos gripped Kericho County on Friday, August 15, as Governor Erick Mutai faced his second impeachment hearing over alleged misappropriation of Ksh85 million. The proceedings were marked by an attempted arson attack on the county assembly building and violent street clashes, prompting a heavy police presence.

  • Attempted arson occurred at the Kericho County Assembly at approximately 4 AM on August 15, with unidentified persons attempting to burn the building.
  • Speaker Patrick Mutai condemned the attack and reported it to the National Police Service, with investigations ongoing.
  • Police used teargas to disperse residents attempting to access the County Assembly during the hearing.
  • The impeachment motion accuses Governor Mutai of gross misconduct and abuse of office, specifically citing irregular procurement and mismanagement of public funds.
  • This is the second impeachment attempt against Governor Mutai; a prior motion in 2024 was discontinued by the Senate.

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