Kenya Moves to Extradite Chinese National Over KSh151 Million Uganda Fraud

A 39-year-old Chinese national is facing extradition to Uganda over an alleged KSh151 million fraud, days after he was arrested at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has filed extradition proceedings seeking his surrender to Ugandan authorities, who want him to face charges linked to an alleged financial loss of KSh151 million.

He was arrested on August 11 after arriving in Kenya from Harare, Zimbabwe.

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Uganda seeks his return

According to the extradition request, Ugandan authorities accuse the suspect of allegedly manipulating weighbridge bills and payment vouchers during his employment as a cashier.

He is wanted to face 30 counts of forgery and one count of theft before a Ugandan court.

Prosecution Counsel Fatma Shaban urged the court to order his surrender to Uganda, arguing that he should return to face the charges contained in the arrest warrant issued by a Ugandan magistrate.

The prosecution also opposed his release on bond, citing concerns that he could be a flight risk while the extradition proceedings are ongoing.

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DPP receives formal request

Uganda’s request was formally received by the DPP on June 10, 2026, after being transmitted through the Office of the Attorney General and Department of Justice.

The request, dated April 18, 2025, sought Kenya’s assistance in enforcing the Ugandan arrest warrant and facilitating the suspect’s extradition.

Prosecution in the matter is being led by Senior Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions Vincent Monda.

The court will determine whether the legal requirements for his extradition have been met. The allegations against him have not been proved in court.

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Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) Renson Mulele Ingonga . PHOTO/PCS