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August 7, 2026
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Ruto is now a temporary incumbent, Wanjigi says following court decision

Ruto is now a temporary incumbent, Wanjigi says following court decision

Wanjigi said that Ruto’s powers would become restricted once the constitutionally prescribed election date passed...

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A High Court ruling has declared August 11, 2026, as the date for Kenya's next General Election, prompting calls for adherence to the Constitution from lawyer Willis Otieno and Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi.

  • The court affirmed that presidential elections must be held on the second Tuesday of August every fifth year, establishing August 11, 2026, as the constitutional date.
  • Key figures include lawyer Willis Otieno, Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi, and President William Ruto.
  • Wanjigi warned that President Ruto would become a "temporary incumbent" with restricted powers after the constitutionally prescribed election date, citing Article 134.

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