Retired President Moi Still Admitted at Nairobi Hospital

The health status of retired President Daniel Arap Moi has improved since his admission to Nairobi Hospital two weeks ago, his press secretary Lee Njiru has said.

Njiru, who is also the spokesperson of the Moi family, said the former President is still admitted at the facility and looks to be discharged before December.

"Mzee Moi, who is being attended to by a team of medics led by his physician Dr. David Silverstein has recovered. But because of his old age, his doctors feel he should build up his energy before he can be discharged. His medical team is being extra cautious with his care to ensure full recovery,” Njiru said on Monday.

He added: "Since Mzee Moi was readmitted to the hospital, he is getting better each day and we are confident God is taking care of him because of Kenyans’ prayers. We are very hopeful that in the next few days, he will be discharged to return to the care and comfort of his home." 

Moi, who recently celebrated his 95th birthday, was readmitted to the hospital’s VIP wing on November 9th, just two days after he had been discharged. 

Moi has spent most of his time at the facility in the past two months after he reportedly developed breathing problems. He was first taken to the hospital on October 12th to undergo what Njiru described as routine medical check-ups. 

President Kenyatta, who was mentored into politics by Moi, visited him at the hospital on November 15th, where they had a lengthy talk.