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Explained: How to impeach a Deputy President

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Rigathi Gachagua sworn in as the Deputy President of Kenya on September 13, 2022. [Kelly Ayodi, Standard]

As talk of an impeachment plan intensifies, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua hopes his boss, President William Ruto will step in to shield him from the political storm.

Gachagua faces accusations of undermining Ruto's leadership and causing divisions within the Kenya Kwanza administration. Deputy Speaker Gladys Shollei is leading calls for his removal.

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