This archive report was first published on 28 October 2019.
On October 28, 2019, a court in Kenya charged three individuals in connection with the murder of a Rai Cement boss. The charges came after a lengthy investigation into the death of the business leader.
However, in a separate case, three other individuals were acquitted of similar charges due to lack of evidence. The acquittal highlights the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in Kenya in securing convictions in high-profile cases.
The Rai Cement boss murder case has been a subject of public interest in Kenya, with many calling for justice to be served. The charges brought against the three individuals are a significant development in the case, and it remains to be seen how the trial will unfold.
