Courts put legal threshold of public participation in judgements on trial

The Gachagua impeachment ruling has reignited debate on public participation, fair hearing rights, and whether courts apply constitutional standards consistently...

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Kenyan courts are facing scrutiny over their handling of public participation, particularly after a High Court ruling that upheld the impeachment of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, despite previous judgements that emphasized stricter public consultation.

The High Court upheld the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua, ruling public participation in the process was sufficient.
This decision contrasts with prior rulings, such as the nullification of the Finance Act 2023 and the Privatisation Act 2023, due to inadequate public participation.
Critics argue the ruling is inconsistent, especially regarding the Senate's role in impeachment proceedings not requiring public participation under Article 118, and the court's decision to award Gachagua Sh50 million despite finding a fair hearing violation.

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