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March 16, 2026
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DPP appeals acquittal of Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya

DPP appeals acquittal of Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya

Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has filed a Notice of Appeal on a High Court decision that acquitted George Natembeya, the Governor of Trans Nzoia County, in a case related to the alleged unlawful acquisition of public funds and conflict of interest...

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The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) is appealing a High Court decision that acquitted Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya in a case involving alleged unlawful acquisition of public funds.

  • The DPP is appealing the acquittal of Governor George Natembeya.
  • This follows a March 4, 2026 ruling that barred the ODPP, DCI, and EACC from prosecuting the governor.
  • The case involved alleged unlawful acquisition of public funds totaling Ksh 3,252,568 through transactions with companies linked to the governor.

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