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Kenya's Deputy President Crisis: Court Blocks Replacement Amid Political Turmoil

Kenya is facing political uncertainty after the High Court blocked President William Ruto's attempt to appoint a new deputy president following the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua.

The court's injunction came just hours after Ruto nominated Interior Minister Kithure Kindiki for the role. This marks the first impeachment of a deputy president under Kenya's new constitution, and the situation has sparked calls for further political action, including potential moves against President Ruto himself.

The court will hear the case next week, leaving the country's leadership in a state of flux.

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Impeachment of Kenya’s Deputy President Could Augur Further Turmoil

https://nytimes.com

It’s the first impeachment under the country’s new Constitution, but some are now calling for a similar move against President William Ruto.

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Kenyan court blocks deputy president appointment hours after Ruto picks ally

https://reuters.com

Kenyan President William Ruto chose Interior Minister Kithure Kindiki as his new deputy on Friday, but a court blocked his appointment until it hears a case next week challenging the impeachment of Kindiki's predecessor.

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