Digital activist Ndiang’ui Kinyagia
Digital activist Ndiang’ui Kinyagia, who had been reported missing last week, has contacted his family and confirmed that he is alive and safe. This was revealed in a statement issued by the family’s lawyer, Wahome Thuku.
According to the statement, Kinyagia reached out to a family member on Tuesday evening from an undisclosed location. He assured his loved ones that he is in good health but had gone into hiding due to fears for his life, after learning that officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) were searching for him in connection with unspecified allegations.
Kinyagia has reportedly expressed his willingness to present himself to the DCI and appear before a court of law—but only once his safety is assured.
The lawyer confirmed that Kinyagia will appear before the High Court at the Milimani Law Courts on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at 11 a.m.
Meanwhile, DCI boss Mohammed Amin appeared in court earlier today, having been summoned to explain Kinyagia’s disappearance.
Shortly after, Kinyagia appeared at the Milimani Law Courts in person, just days after his family had reported him missing.
Presiding Judge Chacha Mwita adjourned the case to July 18 and July 24, and issued interim orders restraining the DCI from arresting or detaining Kinyagia. The judge stated that if necessary, Kinyagia may be presented to the DCI to record a statement, but under no circumstances should he be arrested or held in custody.
The court also granted the family time to take Kinyagia for medical evaluation and treatment. Justice Mwita noted that Kinyagia is now a petitioner in the matter and may be required to testify during proceedings.
