A Mombasa court has released seven Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldiers accused of trafficking methamphetamine valued at Ksh192 million, granting them a bond of Ksh500,000 each. This decision came after the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) admitted investigations were incomplete, awaiting a crucial report from the government chemist.

• The soldiers were apprehended for allegedly trafficking 25 kilograms of methamphetamine.
• Senior Principal Magistrate Gladys Olimo ruled that the pending government analyst's report by January 3 was not a sufficient reason to continue detaining the suspects.
• The ODPP defended its decision to charge the seven, stating it was guided by facts, evidence, and the law, and operates independently.