Hon Oscar Sudi has disclosed a confidential letter from Kalenjin leaders alleging President Uhuru Kenyatta harbors tribal animosity toward their community. The document, reportedly sent to the presidency, has prompted warnings of imminent countermeasures from statehouse officials.
The letter highlights perceived political motivations behind anti-corruption efforts, citing specific cases where investigations allegedly targeted individuals from the Kalenjin community while shielding others. Sudi, a known political commentator, claims the president's campaign against graft has disproportionately affected members of his ethnic group.
The correspondence outlines four key allegations:
- Kenya Power executive Ken Tarus faced prosecution over a transaction involving a senior official from the president's home county, with evidence favoring the official reportedly suppressed.
- Kenya Pipeline's Joe Sang was investigated over a Kisumu fuel jetty project, despite board directives from a figure linked to the president.
- Unexplained delays in four major dam projects—Thwake (Makueni), Karumenu (Kiambu), Arror (Elgeiyo Marakwet), and Kimwarer (Elgeiyo Marakwet)—with no construction initiated despite significant funding.
- Kenya Forest Service approvals for dam construction were reportedly obstructed in Arror and Kimwarer, despite prior endorsements.
The letter concludes by accusing the president of enabling impunity through selective enforcement, stating, "What you are engaged in... is called IMPUNITY." It urges Uhuru to confront his critics openly rather than using anti-corruption rhetoric as a cover.
Statehouse sources have declined to comment directly but indicated plans to respond to the allegations. The dispute comes amid reports of weakened presidential messaging following the departure of key allies to rival political groups.
"I beg to differ, Sir. Your so-called fight against corruption is targeted at individuals and a community." – Kalenjin leaders' letter
