Uhuru avoids handshakes as he meets Ruto for Kibaki’s body viewing
President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday, April 25, 2022 led the nation in viewing the body of retired President the late Mwai Kibaki. President Kenyatta was received in Parliament buildings by his Deputy William Ruto, but in a rare occurrence, the two did not shake hands. Instead, the President bowed with his hands clasped together as […]
Govt declares April 29 public holiday to accord Kibaki befitting state funeral
The national government has declared Friday, April 29, 2022, a national holiday to accord the late ex-President Mwai Kibaki a befitting state funeral. Kibaki’s funeral arrangements are being steered by the National State Funeral Organizing Committee in conjunction with his family. The team announced today that they have concluded preliminary arrangements for the state funeral. […]
Govt announces Kibaki burial date
The late retired President Emilio Mwai Kibaki will be laid to rest at his Othaya home on Saturday, April 30. Speaking during a press conference, Interior CS Fred Matiang’i who is part of the State funeral committee has announced that prior to his burial, a national funeral service will be held on Friday, April 29 […]
Kibaki’s favourite bartender mourns his demise
When Shem Gachiri alias Njigari received the news of former president Kibaki’s demise he was at the same spot he used to sell him beer many years ago. He was Kibaki’s favourite attendant at Silent Bar and restaurant in Othaya town which was his favourite drinking joint together with his friends. According to Njigari, who […]
Who are Kibaki’s children?
The third President of Kenya Mwai Kibaki whose wit, and charm won the hearts of many died at the age of 90. Kibaki’s death was announced by President Uhuru Kenyatta who lauded him for his outstanding leadership. Despite the very public nature of his role, the late President was a humble and great family man who […]
Governor Nyong’o leads Kisumu residents in mourning Kibaki
A section of leaders and Kisumu residents join the rest of the country in mourning former president Mwai Kibaki’s death. The announcement of his death was done by President Uhuru Kenyatta on Friday afternoon. Leading the residents in paying tribute, Kisumu Governor Anyang Nyong’o stated that he learnt about his death through social media. “It […]
Governor Nyong’o leads Kisumu residents in mourning Kibaki
A section of leaders and Kisumu residents join the rest of the country in mourning former president Mwai Kibaki’s death. The announcement of his death was done by President Uhuru Kenyatta on Friday afternoon. Leading the residents in paying tribute, Kisumu Governor Anyang Nyong’o stated that he learnt about his death through social media. “It […]