How easy is it for a rogue fake lawyer to escape detection in Kenya?
"Brian Mwenda鈥� an identity apparently stolen from a real lawyer in the country, faces arrest after missing an appearance in court
Earlier this month an arrest warrant was issued for a Kenyan man accused of practising law without qualifications after he skipped court, according to the Law Society of Kenya (LSK).
The case has captivated Kenyans ever since the man was outed as an illegitimate lawyer last October, there's been outrage, support and amusement.
At the time, legal officials in Kenya urged police to arrest the man, who had been practicing under the name "Brian Mwenda".
Alan Kasujja spoke to Mwaura Kabata, the Vice President Elect of the Law Society of Kenya. They鈥檙e known for advocating for lawyers' rights, shaping legal policies and providing crucial support and education to legal professionals across the country.
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