Kenya seeks answers on death, cremation of Kenyan in Mozambique
Kenya seeks answers on death, cremation of Kenyan in Mozambique
The National Assembly’s Defence, Intelligence, and Foreign Relations Committee has resolved to seek further clarification from the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs over the death of Kenyan engineer Moses Robert Magotsi in Maputo, Mozambique, and the subsequent cremation of his body.
The committee, chaired by Belgut MP Nelson Koech, decided after reviewing the ministry’s response to a statement request tabled by Saboti MP Caleb Amisi concerning the circumstances surrounding Magotsi’s death on October 11, 2025.
In his request, Amisi sought a detailed explanation of the events leading to Magotsi’s death, including the cause of death and the status or findings of investigations conducted by the relevant authorities.
The lawmaker also questioned the circumstances under which Magotsi’s body was cremated without the knowledge, consent, or authorization of his family, raising concerns over whether established procedures governing the handling of the remains of Kenyans who die abroad were followed.
Additionally, Amisi asked the Ministry to clarify the role, if any, played by Victoria Wanjiku Muraya in facilitating the cremation of the deceased and whether investigations had been launched into her alleged involvement and motive.
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The statement further sought details on the measures being taken by the Ministry to ensure Magotsi’s family receives all relevant documentation relating to the case and to facilitate the repatriation of his remains to Kenya for appropriate funeral rites and closure.
Amisi also requested information on the legal safeguards and standard procedures governing the deaths of Kenyan citizens abroad, including the repatriation and disposal of remains outside the country.
He further sought to establish whether the handling and cremation of Magotsi’s body complied with applicable legal and diplomatic protocols.
After considering the ministry’s response, members of the committee concluded that the information provided was insufficient to fully address the concerns raised in the statement request.
The committee resolved to engage the ministry further in order to obtain comprehensive information before making its determination on the matter.
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