Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has sparked debate after posting an image of herself in a military-style uniform, raising questions about civilians wearing such attire in Kenya.

• According to the Kenya Defence Force Act of 2012, unauthorized wearing or use of military gear is a serious offense, punishable by a fine of up to Ksh2 million or imprisonment of up to seven years, or both.
• Makau Mutua, President William Ruto’s advisor on Constitutional and Legal Affairs, criticized the governor, stating that only the President, as Commander-in-Chief, is permitted to wear military or military-like garb.
• The photo was taken in February during the graduation of the first cohort of the Machakos Youth Empowerment Program, a county initiative training over 1,000 vulnerable youths annually.