Kenya: How MP Gachagua Moved Sh12 Billion in Just Seven Years

13 October 2020

On the list of wealthy industrialists, Mathira MP Rigathi Gachagua hardly features. His billionaire status has been baffling state agencies, which are now seeking to understand how the Mt Kenya politician made his fortune.

The Assets Recovery Agency (ARA) is investigating how Sh12.5 billion passed through Mr Gachagua's three accounts for seven years and whether money laundering was involved.

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