Kawira Mwangaza has publicly responded after the Senate’s decision to affirm her impeachment, expressing her belief that divine intervention will support her.
Rather than discussing the political upheaval or the accusations that resulted in her removal, she utilized social media to convey a message of faith and perseverance, drawing heavily on biblical themes.
“Today, the Lord will fight for you and your household, he will give you permanent victory in every area of your life. A new beginning of victorious living is starting for you and you shall have great testimonies,” she said.
Mwangaza’s remarks, though rooted in spirituality, conveyed a subtle tone of defiance and optimism.
While discussing the opening of doors to blessings and greatness, as well as the restoration of missed opportunities, Mwangaza presented herself not as a vanquished politician but as a steadfast leader who holds a firm belief in divine intervention amidst challenges.
“Every door of blessings, greatness shut at you shall be open, every missed opportunity shall be restored. A new beginning of victorious living is starting for you and you shall have great testimonies,” she added.
Mwangaza’s statement, while spiritual, also seemed to carry an undercurrent of defiance and hope.
Mwangaza was impeached Wednesday, after two unsuccessful bids by the County Assembly.
“The senators, having voted to uphold the charges against the Meru governor, Governor Kawira Mwangaza ceases to hold office,” ruled Speaker Amason Kingi in a vote that went past midnight.
In accordance with Section 33(7) of the County Government Act, a governor is removed from office if a majority of Senate members affirm any of the impeachment allegations.
Regarding the first allegation—serious infringement of the Constitution and other statutes—the Senate determined that Mwangaza was guilty, with 26 senators in favor, 4 opposed, and 14 abstaining.
For the second allegation of gross misconduct, 26 senators found her guilty, while 4 voted against it, and 14 abstained.
Concerning the third allegation of abuse of office, 27 senators supported the impeachment, one senator opposed it, and 14 abstained.
After a two-day hearing on the impeachment matter, the 47 senators cast a significant vote just before midnight on Tuesday, addressing each of the three allegations against Mwangaza.
The senators ultimately voted to remove her from office based on the three charges for which she was found guilty, marking her as the third governor to be impeached, following Kiambu’s Ferdinand Waititu and Nairobi’s Mike Sonko in 2020.
