The donation is said to have been made by a Kenyan businessman based in the diaspora who expressed interest in supporting Maraga’s anticipated bid for the presidency in the upcoming political season.
However, the matter took a turn after concerns were raised regarding the donor’s inability to clearly explain or verify the origin of the large sum of money offered for the campaign.
Sources indicate that Maraga’s team opted for caution and initiated internal checks in line with campaign finance expectations and transparency standards governing political fundraising activities in the country.
Following the review, the decision was reportedly made to return the entire Ksh 43 million to the donor, pending clarification and proper documentation of the funds’ source.
Those close to the former Chief Justice say the move was guided by a commitment to integrity and adherence to ethical standards, especially in handling large political contributions.
The incident has sparked discussion within political circles about the increasing scrutiny of campaign financing as aspirants begin mobilising resources ahead of the next general election.
Analysts note that transparency in political donations has become a key issue, with calls for stricter enforcement of regulations to prevent possible misuse of campaign funding channels.
Maraga, who has been positioning himself as a reform-oriented leader, is yet to publicly comment on the reported donation and its subsequent return, leaving room for speculation among supporters and observers.
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