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Originally published by Kenyanstop
April 29, 2026
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High Court Issues New Directives in Case Seeking to Declare Kenya’s Ksh6.95 Trillion Debt Illegal
Last year, the Central Bank of Kenya took a rare stance when it revealed that it was backing the case that challenges the legality of approximately Ksh6.95 trillion in public debt...
✨ Key Highlights
The High Court has scheduled June 25 for its ruling in a case filed by citizens, including Senator Okiya Omtatah, challenging the legality of approximately Ksh 6.9 trillion in public debt borrowed during former President Uhuru Kenyatta's tenure.
- The petition seeks to declare around Ksh 6.95 trillion in public debt as illegal, with petitioners arguing a significant portion qualifies as ‘odious’ and should not be borne by taxpayers.
- Key individuals and organizations involved include Senator Okiya Omtatah, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the Attorney General, and the National Assembly.
- The court is first addressing preliminary applications, including the IMF's request to exit the case based on immunity, and the Attorney General's argument that the matter is premature pending a special audit by the Office of the Auditor-General.
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