Jonathan Moi’s son demands DNA tests for 19 claimants in inheritance dispute
In his petition, Kiprono insists that the tests are essential to confirm biological ties and guarantee that only genuine heirs are included in the estate's succession process.
Clint Kiprono Moi, a son of the late Jonathan Kipkemboi Moi, has moved to court seeking an order for DNA testing on 19 individuals claiming to be beneficiaries of his father’s estate.
In his petition, Kiprono insists that the tests are essential to confirm biological ties and guarantee that only genuine heirs are included in the estate's succession process.
He further requests that the court restrain the claimants from pursuing or making any representations related to the estate until the issue is fully settled.
This legal action comes in the wake of a mediation process that identified 19 beneficiaries from four separate households a report that was later endorsed by the High Court.
However, Clint Kiprono Moi is now disputing the outcome, claiming the process was flawed as resolutions were reached through voting rather than consensus, and that he was not present during the discussions.
Kiprono further argues that some of those listed as beneficiaries lack a biological connection to the late Jonathan Moi.
When the case came before Justice Erick Ogolla on Thursday, Kiprono’s lawyer opposed an application related to the estate.
Meanwhile, lawyer Duncan Okatch, representing Jonathan Moi’s third wife, stressed the urgency of accessing estate funds, citing immediate needs such as medical care for a minor battling Stage 2 cancer.
Lawyer Duncan Okatch, representing parties linked to Jonathan Moi’s third wife, emphasized the urgency of resolving the impasse, telling the court, “Because of this stalemate, we are unable to move adopted or not, they are all children of the deceased.
It’s in the public domain that there is a minor who is unwell.” The legal team also noted that the distribution of the estate is already in progress, with Jonathan Moi’s beneficiaries set to receive 20% of the late President Daniel arap Moi’s estate.
The court heard that the former president had been explicit in his will, stating his estate should benefit his bloodline hence the call for DNA testing to resolve any doubts.
Justice Eric Ogola is expected to deliver a ruling on Kiprono’s DNA application on June 26, 2025.
