The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has announced that there is no sufficient evidence to charge social media user Kelvin Moinde, who was reportedly arrested over an online post.
In a statement released on Monday, the ODPP confirmed receiving an inquiry file from investigators but stated that the material presented did not meet the threshold for prosecution.
“Upon careful perusal of the inquiry file, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) is satisfied that there is no sufficient evidence to charge Kelvin Moinde,” the statement read in part.
The DPP also reiterated its commitment to upholding the Constitution and ensuring justice is served fairly and in the public interest.
Moinde’s arrest had sparked concern online, with Kenyans demanding his release and questioning the state’s approach to free speech.
Meanwhile, the case of another social media user, Alfred Ojwang, has drawn national attention after he died while in police custody under unclear circumstances.
Ojwang was arrested at his home in Homa Bay on Saturday, June 7, and later booked at Mawego Police Station. He was subsequently transferred to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) headquarters in Nairobi.
According to police, Ojwang allegedly banged his head against a wall while in custody, sustaining serious injuries. He was rushed to hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival.
A post-mortem examination was scheduled for Monday, June 9, to determine the exact cause of death.
Family members, legal representatives, and civil society organisations have strongly condemned the incident, demanding accountability and a transparent investigation.
Speaking outside City Mortuary, a lawyer representing the Ojwang family said the body bore visible signs of trauma, including injuries to the head, hands, and shoulders.
Leaders and human rights advocates have also called for an independent inquiry, citing growing concern over alleged abuses by security agencies and the treatment of individuals arrested for their online activity.
