Isaac Mutuma M’Ethingia, who has been serving as the Deputy Governor of Meru County since 2022, has now stepped into the role of governor. This transition follows the Senate’s impeachment of Governor Kawira Mwangaza in 2024, a decision that was confirmed by a court ruling on March 14, 2025.
Mutuma took his oath of office at Mwendantu Grounds in Meru County on Monday, with the ceremony attended by various leaders from both within and outside the County.
Local leaders emphasize that Mutuma’s primary task is to foster unity in Meru County, which has experienced ongoing conflicts since Mwangaza’s election in 2022.
Majority Whip Jim Muchui noted that the Ameru community has endured challenges due to a lack of effective leadership and stability. He expressed hope that the new governor would help bridge the divide between the County Assembly and the Executive.
“For the past two years, Meru has been fragmented. His foremost duty is to work towards uniting the people and their leaders,” Muchui stated.
He also highlighted the expectation for the Governor to promptly present a supplementary budget to the Assembly, as there is a detailed budget that the former governor had refused to implement.
On August 21, 2024, 26 senators voted to impeach Mwangaza on charges of gross misconduct and violations of the constitution and other laws. Fourteen senators chose to abstain, while four supported her.
This marked the third impeachment motion against Mwangaza presented in the Senate.
