Nairobi, June 24 -- The High Court has cleared the way for the distribution of the multi-million-shilling estate of former Cabinet Minister Simeon Nyachae.

This follows dismissal of a challenge by his son, Charles Ayako Nyachae, against his stepmother Grace Nyachae and other family members over the management of the family's income-generating properties.

The ruling removes another obstacle in the administration of the late minister's estate, which has been the subject of several court battles since his death in February 2021, including disputes over beneficiaries, estate management and control of family-linked businesses.

The estate comprises a vast portfolio of rental properties, banking investments, manufacturing businesses and agric...