Last Updated on February 27, 2026 by courtnews reporter
Raphael Tuju and His Children Fined Sh100,000 Each in EADB Contempt Case
Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju and his three children have been fined Sh100,000 each for contempt of court.
High Court Judge Josephine Mongare delivered the ruling.
The court found that Tuju, Mano Tuju, Alma Tuju and YMA Tuju disobeyed orders allowing receiver managers appointed by the East African Development Bank (EADB) to access their hotels in Karen.
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Six-Month Jail if Fine Is Not Paid
The judge ordered each of them to pay the fine within 90 days.
If they fail to pay, they will serve six months in civil jail.
In addition, the court dismissed their application dated March 10, 2025, with costs.
Why the Court Found Them in Contempt
EADB accused Raphael Tuju of failing to comply with court orders issued on March 2 and March 13, 2020.
Receiver managers Muniu Thoithi and George Weru supported the claim.
They argued that the Tuju family knew about the orders but chose not to comply.
According to the judge, the evidence showed deliberate and active resistance.
Therefore, the court rejected the claim that the non-compliance was accidental.
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Tuju’s Medical Emergency Defence
Raphael Tuju told the court he could not comply with the orders because he was receiving emergency treatment.
He said he was involved in a serious road accident near Kijabe.
First, he was treated at Kijabe Hospital.
Later, he was airlifted to Karen Hospital in Nairobi. He remained in a medically induced coma until February 20, 2020.
After that, doctors flew him to Wellington Hospital in London for surgery.
He stayed in the United Kingdom until March 7, 2020.
His children said they accompanied him during this period.
However, Judge Josephine Mongare rejected this defence.
The court said the medical explanation came later and did not explain the earlier pattern of disobedience.
Although a life-threatening emergency is serious, the judge ruled that it was not the cause of the contempt.
Children’s Position
Mano Tuju, Alma Tuju and YMA Tuju said they are directors of Dari Limited and S.A.M Company.
However, they claimed they do not handle daily operations.
They described Raphael Tuju as the controlling mind of the companies.
They also argued that the earlier contempt ruling did not fully consider the medical emergency.
Furthermore, they said they were condemned unheard, contrary to Articles 25 and 50 of the Constitution.
Despite their apology, the court upheld the contempt finding.
What Happens Next
Raphael Tuju and his children now have 90 days to pay the Sh100,000 fine each.
If they fail to do so, they will serve six months in jail.
The ruling reinforces the principle that court orders must be obeyed, even during difficult circumstances.
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