This archive report was first published on 12 December 2019.
On December 12, 2019, Kenya's Chief Justice David Maraga was scheduled to attend the Jamhuri Day celebrations at the Nyayo National Stadium. However, he failed to show up, leaving his seat vacant.
According to reports, Maraga had previously expressed his intention to boycott government functions, citing a lack of respect and dignity.
Despite his absence, Deputy President William Ruto acknowledged Maraga's presence in his speech, sparking further questions about the Chief Justice's relationship with the government.
The incident has left many wondering whether Maraga was deliberately excluded from the event, and what this means for the independence of the judiciary in Kenya.
