Jacque Maribe pens emotional tribute as son Zahari turns 12
By Ascah Mwango, May 14, 2026Jacque Maribe has taken to social media to share a deeply personal and emotional tribute to her son, Zahari, as he celebrates his 12th birthday today.
In a series of heartwarming Instagram posts shared on Thursday, May 14, 2026, the former news anchor gushed over her son, marking over a decade of motherhood with a collection of sweet messages and reflections on their unique bond.
Maribe did not hold back her affection, telling her followers that her love for her son transcends ordinary limits.
“We are 12 today! Happy birthday @zaha.rimaribe my son,” she wrote in one touching post.
“I love you, infinity is not enough.”
In another post reflecting on the time passed since he entered her world, she added: “12 years of having you in my life. Blessings on your birthday my Zahari.”
Despite the emotional milestone, Maribe managed to inject some humour into the celebrations, highlighting the hilarious evolution of their relationship as Zahari grows older.
She admitted to being slightly baffled by her son’s modern lingo, revealing: “He calls me Bruh and I can’t figure out why!”
The playful nickname appears to be a hallmark of their close-knit dynamic, which Maribe describes as the ultimate partnership.
Closing out her series of tributes, Maribe described Zahari as the center of her social world and her most trusted companion.
“My best friend, my date whenever, my laugh mate… all wrapped in one,” she wrote.
“We make the best mother-son combo.”