Judiciary vs police, Imenti vs Ruto and Haiti mission uncertainty
Good morning. Chief Justice Koome accuses police of intimidation after a judge's security was withdrawn, escalating tensions between the judiciary and the executive. Imenti leaders protest the sacking of key officials in their region and demand unfulfilled government promises, including the Meru University campus. Meanwhile, Kenya's peacekeeping mission in Haiti faces an uncertain future as the UN reviews progress and a funding shortfall looms. This and more in today's Daily Briefing.
CJ Koome calls out police intimidation
Chief Justice Martha Koome has accused the police of intimidation after security was withdrawn from a judge who convicted and jailed the acting police chief. Justice Lawrence Mugambi sentenced Gilbert Masengeli to six months in jail for contempt of court. Koome condemned the move, calling it a threat to the independence of the judiciary and the rule of law. The dispute follows tensions between the judiciary and President Ruto's government. The Law Society of Kenya had petitioned the court for the release of three missing men believed to have been abducted by police. ?
Imenti demands respect, projects and justice
Imenti leaders in Meru County are protesting the sacking of senior officials from their region and unfulfilled government promises. They accuse President Ruto of neglecting projects such as Meru University's Marimba Campus and Buuri Kiirua Water. The Imenti Development Forum (IDF) also criticised the sacking of key figures such as former Inspector General Japhet Koome and expressed concern over a petition against Chief Justice Martha Koome. They argue that Imenti's contributions to national development deserve recognition and call for the immediate reinstatement of the sacked officials. ?
Kenya-led mission in Haiti faces uncertain future
Kenya's peacekeeping mission in Haiti, originally set to last 12 months, could be extended as the UN reviews its progress. Despite delays by troop-contributing countries, Kenya has sent 400 officers to tackle gang violence, alongside Jamaica's recent contribution. Negotiations are underway to extend the mission until 2025, to stabilise Haiti ahead of upcoming elections. However, more funding is needed, with $85 million pledged so far, mostly from the US and Canada. Despite challenges, Kenyan forces have retaken gang-held territory, raising hopes for peace.
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