Court Withdraws Hate Speech Case Against Mumias East MP Peter Salasya
News Updated: 02 February 2026 12:38 EAT
Martha Karua (left) Peter Salasya (right) during the court ruling of the case involving Mumias East Mp Peter Salasya
A Nairobi court has allowed the withdrawal of a hate speech case against Mumias East MP Peter Salasya after he complied with conditions set by the judiciary and the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC). The decision was delivered by Senior Resident Magistrate Paul Mutai at Milimani Magistrates’ Court, which found that Salasya had actively participated in peace initiatives as required.
Salasya faced charges dating back to May 2025, accused of posting inflammatory remarks on social media targeting a specific community. The court had initially refused to withdraw the case until he issued a public apology and conducted a 14-day social media peace campaign promoting national cohesion.
Prosecution counsel Nora Achieng, representing the Director of Public Prosecutions, told the court that an agreement had been reached with NCIC to resolve the matter amicably, focusing on reconciliation and peace rather than a full trial.
The magistrate confirmed that Salasya had participated in peace campaigns reaching over 1,000 people and had maintained a sustained presence on social media promoting harmony, satisfying the court’s requirements.
With all conditions met, the charges against Salasya were formally withdrawn under relevant legal provisions, bringing the case to a close.
Salasya, who represents Mumias East Constituency, had previously been released on bail and denied the allegations. His cooperation with the peace process was pivotal in the court’s decision.
The ruling was welcomed by community leaders as a step toward fostering dialogue and reducing ethnic tensions, highlighting the importance of restorative justice measures in politically sensitive cases.
This outcome sets a precedent for how hate speech cases can be resolved through public accountability and community engagement, rather than prolonged criminal proceedings.
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