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According to the court, such interim protections can only remain valid where the foundation of the case stays the same. When that foundation changes, the court must revisit whether the orders are still justified.
The ruling lands in the middle of an intensifying confrontation between the Senate and county chiefs. Governors have recently declined to honour committee invitations, accusing some senators of using the summons to push for personal gain, claims that have widened the rift.
Justice Bahati Mwamuye ruled that the decision to charge Natembeya "when viewed holistically lacked a proper foundation."
The contested motion, dated June 19 and passed on June 24, accuses Mathia of gross misconduct, abuse of office, human rights violations, and defiance of court orders.
Justice Bahati Mwamuye delivered the ruling following a petition filed by Musau and Minayo, who had been shortlisted and interviewed for the roles.
The government has moved to have a petition challenging the country’s public debt dismissed.