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The pause comes after a group of Somali Parliamentarians filed a petition seeking to annul the nominations permanently, citing allegations of favoritism, corruption, and procedural flaws. The court acted to prevent the swearing-in from proceeding until the case is fully resolved.
The legislator drew parallels between colonial-era divisions and current regional aspirations, noting that Maasai communities were split between Kenya and Tanzania by artificial boundaries, yet they maintained ties across borders.
Recent data from the 2025 Henley Passport Index shows Kenya’s passport has dropped to 70th position, granting holders access to 70 destinations without a prior visa, down from 76 last year.
Kenya’s National Assembly Trade, Industry and Cooperatives Committee chairperson Bernard Shinali joined the calls for a firm response, saying the ban warrants economic retaliation.