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EXPLAINER: Presidents and ex-presidents who have been jailed and why

Some died in jail; others were pardoned while some remain free in exile

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by EMMANUEL WANJALA

News25 September 2025 - 20:40
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In many political jurisdictions across the world, sitting presidents enjoy immunity from prosecution.

In many political jurisdictions across the world, sitting presidents enjoy immunity from prosecution.

Shielded by the privileges of office, they are often beyond the reach of the courts.

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