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Originally published by Kenyanstop
October 8, 2025
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Why Salasya Risks Three-Year Jail Term Over Social Media Post
The social media post in question was made back in May by the MP on his X page...
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Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya could face a three-year jail term or a Ksh1 million fine for alleged hate speech remarks made on his X account. The case has been referred to the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) for review and recommendations.
- Salasya is accused of publishing insulting and inciting words on his X handle in May, calculated to stir up ethnic hatred.
- The Senior Magistrate Paul Mutai has set November 11 for an update on NCIC's findings; failure to provide progress could lead to a full trial.
- Recent proposals suggest amending hate speech laws to include a ten-year jail term or a Ksh10 million fine, and a five-year disqualification from holding public office.
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