The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has achieved a significant breakthrough in the case surrounding the assassination of former Kabete Member of Parliament George Muchai.
Six individuals have been convicted in connection with the murder of Muchai, his two bodyguards, and driver, nearly eleven years after the tragic incident.
The convicted include Erick Munyera, Raphael Kimani, Mustafa Kimani, Stephen Asitiva, Jane Wanjiru, and Margaret Njeri.
The accused faced multiple charges ranging from robbery with violence to possession of firearms and ammunition without valid certificates.
The convictions follow a thorough investigation and a prosecution case bolstered by the testimonies of 36 witnesses.
According to the ODPP, Munyera, Raphael Kimani, Mustafa Kimani, and Asitiva were found guilty on three counts of robbery with violence.
Evidence showed that on the nights of February 6 and 7, 2015, the four engaged in separate violent robberies against Michael Ngatia, Gladys Waithera, and Irene Muthoni, threatening the victims with violence.
The stolen property, valued at approximately KSh 1.1 million, included two vehicles, a gas cylinder, four mobile phones, a laptop, and cash.
In addition, Munyera, Njeri, and Wanjiru were separately convicted for unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, highlighting the armed nature of the criminal enterprise.
The prosecution, led by Willy Momanyi, presented a meticulously documented case that connected the accused to the crimes, leading to the court’s verdict.
George Muchai, a prominent figure in Kenya’s labor movement, served as Secretary-General of the Kenya Plantation and Agricultural Workers Union before his election as MP for Kabete.
He was renowned for championing workers’ rights, advocating for fair wages and improved working conditions, and initiating development projects in his constituency.
His assassination in 2015, alongside his bodyguards and driver, sent shockwaves across Kenya, underscoring the risks faced by public officials and labor leaders.
The court is scheduled to pronounce sentence on March 18, 2026, bringing the country closer to closure in a case that has captured national attention for over a decade.
The convictions mark a notable moment in Kenya’s justice system, reflecting the determination of the ODPP to hold perpetrators of political and violent crime accountable.
Muchai’s legacy as a labor leader and legislator remains influential, with his dedication to social justice and constituency development continuing to inspire leaders and citizens alike.