Clint Kiprono Moi, son of the late Jonathan Kipkemboi Moi, has filed an application in court seeking mandatory DNA testing for 19 individuals claiming to be rightful heirs to his father’s estate. Kiprono argues that the move is necessary to confirm biological relationships and ensure that only legitimate beneficiaries receive a share of the inheritance.
In court documents filed before the High Court, Kiprono insists that the distribution of his father’s estate should be limited to proven descendants, citing concerns over potential imposters benefiting from the vast estate. He has also asked the court to bar the 19 individuals from laying any further claims on Jonathan Moi’s estate until the matter is fully resolved.
Mediation Process Disputed
Kiprono’s application comes in the wake of a mediation process that had identified 19 beneficiaries from four different households—an outcome later adopted by the court. However, Kiprono is now contesting that process, arguing that key decisions were made through a vote rather than mutual consensus, and that he was not present during the sessions.
He maintains that some of the listed beneficiaries may not be biologically related to his father and wants the court to address the matter through DNA verification.
Urgent Needs of Other Claimants Raised
During the court session held on Thursday, June 5, Kiprono’s application faced opposition from lawyers representing other parties. Duncan Okatch, the legal representative for the third wife of Jonathan Moi, emphasized the urgency of accessing estate funds—particularly highlighting the case of a minor undergoing treatment for Stage 2 cancer.
“Because of this stalemate, we are unable to move forward. Adopted or not adopted, they are all children of the deceased. It’s in the public domain that there is a minor who is unwell,” Okatch told the court.
The opposing counsel further argued that the estate distribution process is already in motion, noting that Jonathan Moi’s beneficiaries are due to receive 20% of the late President Daniel arap Moi’s estate.
“Moi was very clear in his will—he directed that his estate should go to his bloodline. The issue of DNA should be done to deal with this,” the court was told.
Court Ruling Pending
Justice Eric Ogola is expected to deliver his ruling on Kiprono’s request for DNA testing on June 26, 2025. The outcome could significantly alter the trajectory of the estate’s distribution, potentially excluding some of the 19 claimants if they fail the biological relationship test.
