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Published on 2024-03-15 13:24:57
Welcome to the Friday edition of the Evening Brief Newsletter, where the hot topics are impeachment and pregame. In today’s newsletter, we have some significant developments to cover, so let’s dive in.
First up, we have the unfortunate news for Robert Monda, who was ousted as the Kisii Deputy Governor following a Senate vote on four charges against him. The charges included gross violation of the Constitution, abuse of office, gross misconduct, and crimes under national law. The crux of the matter was an accusation that Monda received a bribe of Ksh800,000 to secure a job for someone at the Gusii Water and Sanitation Company Limited (GWASCO).
The Senate found Monda guilty of the charges, including misusing county resources as evidenced by his own brother, who testified against him. Despite Monda’s defense that the allegations were politically motivated, the majority of the Senators voted to remove him from office.
Moving on, the newsletter also covers the upcoming deployment of Kenyan police officers to Haiti. President William Ruto revealed that a reconnaissance mission will be sent to gather crucial information before the official deployment. This decision was made after discussions with various world leaders to ensure the security personnel are well-prepared for the mission.
On the home front, the US Embassy issued a security alert concerning the rising crime rates in Nairobi residential areas. They cautioned against displaying wealth in public and advised citizens to remain vigilant. The government is also taking steps to increase police presence in high-crime areas to ensure the safety of residents.
To add a fun element, the newsletter features a quiz to test your knowledge of the week’s top news stories. It’s a great way to stay informed and engaged with current affairs.
Lastly, the newsletter includes other top stories of the day, such as media houses’ earnings from advertisements, Jowie’s appeal against a death sentence, and warnings against dealing with unlicensed estate agents.
In conclusion, stay informed, stay safe, and don’t forget to test your news knowledge with our weekly quiz. Thank you for reading, and have a great weekend.
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