Years after the death of former President Daniel Arap Moi, details of how his vast fortune was divided among his eight children continue to attract attention.
Moi, who ruled Kenya for 24 years, left behind extensive wealth including land, businesses, homes and investments across the country.
Before his death in February 2020, he is reported to have prepared a will to guide the distribution of his estate and prevent family disputes.
CASH FOR DAUGHTERS
Reports from succession proceedings indicate Moi allocated Ksh300 million to his three daughters.
June Chebet Moi, Doris CheKorir Moi and Jennifer Chemutai Moi were each set to receive Ksh100 million.
LAND FOR SONS
Moi’s five sons Gideon, Jonathan, Philip, John Mark and Raymond were allocated major land holdings and property.
Among the key assets was about 2,300 acres in Kabarak, Nakuru County.
Other parcels in Moi’s Bridge, Uasin Gishu County, and a Nairobi property were also included.
The land was reportedly to be shared equally among the sons.
BANK ACCOUNTS AND OTHER PROPERTY
Apart from land, some funds held in bank accounts were later shared among beneficiaries following family agreements reached in court.
DISPUTES OVER UNLISTED ASSETS
Despite the will, some assets were not clearly listed, leading to legal disagreements.
One of the most prominent contested properties was a 19.7-acre parcel in Muthaiga, Nairobi, reportedly worth billions of shillings.
The court process sought to identify remaining assets for final distribution.
LEGACY OF WEALTH
Even after his death, the Moi family remains influential in politics, education, agriculture and business.
The estate continues to reflect the wealth and power built during Moi’s decades in leadership.
