After spending roughly eight months in Kamiti Maximum Prison, a reprieve was granted on February 18, 2026.
Justice Winfrida Okwany varied the previous “impractical” terms, which had required a KSh 53.5 million bank guarantee.
The new court orders allow for his release with a cash bail of Ksh 20 million and an alternative bond of two sureties with property securities worth at least KSh 30 million each. These properties must undergo strict verification by the Deputy Registrar before his release.
The judge ruled that continuing to insist on the bank guarantee would make the bail “illusory”. She noted that Waititu’s prolonged incarceration, despite being granted bail in July 2025, proved his inability to comply with the original terms.
The court also highlighted his deteriorating health as a material consideration for the review. Waititu was convicted in February 2025 for his role in a KSh 588 million irregular road tender case.
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is still pursuing the recovery of KSh 813 million in unexplained wealth.
Waititu is facing separate criminal charges for allegedly making inciteful remarks in September 2024.
The court has directed that his main appeal against the graft conviction be heard and concluded within 120 days
By Anthony Solly
