Finance Cabinet Secretary Henry Rotich concluded a second consecutive day of questioning by anti-graft investigators on Wednesday concerning the 2019 Arror and Kimwarer dams scandal, which remains under scrutiny by the Serious Crime Unit.
Prophet Owuor Faces Fraud Allegations ¶
Prophet David Owuor has been ordered to appear at Kabete Police Station for questioning over claims he improperly acquired properties from 62-year-old former lawyer Jayne Muthoni. The allegations stem from a multi-billion shilling estate linked to Muthoni, who transitioned from legal prominence to financial decline, as reported in 2019.
JKIA Strike Causes Aviation Sector Losses ¶
A 24-hour strike by Kenya Aviation Workers Union members at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport disrupted flights, resulting in significant financial losses for airlines. The walkout, initiated in the early hours of Wednesday, targeted disputes over staffing and compensation practices at the Nairobi airport, according to 2019 reports.
Mau Mau Camps Report Highlights Abuse ¶
An audit revealed systemic abuse of juvenile offenders detained in dilapidated Mau Mau-era facilities, where children face corporal punishment and forced labor under government supervision. The report by Auditor General Edward Ouko noted that detained minors are often required to repeat classes due to lack of secondary education opportunities, as highlighted in 2019 findings.
Raila Challenges Ruto on Dam Funds ¶
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga criticized Deputy President William Ruto for defending alleged mismanagement of dam construction funds, demanding transparency in investigations. Odinga called for accountability, stating, "If theft figures exist, let the authorities complete their work instead of downplaying the scale," in 2019 comments.
