The trial of Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta at the International Criminal Court, has been delayed until next year, after prosecutors stated they need more time to prepare their case.
Proceedings will now begin on February 5th instead of November 12th, although the Kenyan government want it pushed back even further.
Fatou Bensouda, the chief prosecutor, stated the introduction of new witnesses and evidence 'merit further investigation', but added that,
Proceedings will now begin on February 5th instead of November 12th, although the Kenyan government want it pushed back even further.
Fatou Bensouda, the chief prosecutor, stated the introduction of new witnesses and evidence 'merit further investigation', but added that,
"The Prosecution does not accept that the Accused’s presidential duties are a reason to delay the trial,”See the report from Reuters here.
“He assumed those duties in the full knowledge that he was facing trial at the International Criminal Court.”