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Kenya's DP Gachagua Faces Accusations, 2027 Ambitions Amid Finance Bill Controversy

Jun 16, 2024, 08:40 AM

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is at the center of a political storm in Kenya, facing accusations from several Mount Kenya MPs of intimidation and blackmail. Gachagua has countered these claims, asserting that he is being undermined by unnamed Cabinet secretaries and senior Kenya Kwanza officials. He hinted at a possible shift in political strategy within the Mount Kenya region, which played a crucial role in President William Ruto's victory in the 2022 General Election. Kimani Ichung'wah has asked Gachagua to declare whether he intends to vie for the Presidency in the 2027 elections, accusing him of using tribalism to blackmail the President. Meanwhile, the Finance Bill 2024 has sparked significant public outcry, with citizens urging MPs to reject the proposed tax measures. Prominent figures like Hassan Joho and Nyeri Catholic Archbishop Muheria have voiced strong opposition, labeling the bill's tax measures as punitive and urging the government to seek alternative revenue avenues.