NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 26— Two former Dock Workers Union (DWU) officials have been charged with allegedly conspiring to steal Sh1 million from the union’s bank account, with the court barring them from accessing DWU offices as investigations continue.

Mejuma Hamadi Chirau and Kibibi Shaib Omery were arraigned before Mombasa Senior Principal Magistrate Erick Wambo and jointly faced charges of conspiracy to commit a felony and stealing.

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) said the two allegedly conspired with others who have not been brought before the court to fraudulently withdraw Ksh1 million from DWU bank account No. 11000962 held at Bandari DT Sacco without authority.

“The two were charged with conspiracy to commit a felony contrary to Section 393 of the Penal Code and stealing contrary to Section 268(1) as read with Section 275 of the Penal Code,” ODPP said.

The alleged offence occurred on August 15, 2026, at Kilindini Port in Mvita Sub-County, Mombasa County.

The accused persons denied the charges and sought to be released on favourable bond terms.

Prosecution Counsel Yassir Mohammed did not oppose their release but asked the court to impose conditions to protect ongoing investigations and prevent possible interference with witnesses.

The prosecution also asked the court to bar the two from accessing DWU offices pending completion of investigations.

Magistrate Wambo granted each accused a surety bond of sh500,000 with two contact persons, or an alternative cash bail of Sh200,000.

The court further directed the two to report once every month to Port Police Station at 3pm.

They were also barred from accessing DWU offices pending the hearing and determination of the case.

The matter will return to court on October 13, 2026, for pre-trial proceedings.