×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Home To Bold Columnists
★★★★ - on Play Store
Read on the App

When politicians would be sent on sabbatical leave

Julius Gikonyo Kiano. He was temporarily replaced in the Legco because he could not discharge his duties effectively. [File, Standard]

Imagine sending some politician on leave and picking someone else to fill the vacuum, albeit for a week.

Back in the day when politics was a calling and laws allowed teachers to contest political seats, and simultaneously serve as councilors, this was possible.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week
Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in