Kericho Deputy Governor Susan Kikwai Dies of COVID-19 Complications

Kericho Deputy Governor Susan Kikwai has passed away.

Kikwai succumbed to COVID-19 complications at Siloam Hospital in Kericho on Saturday, according to her family.

Reports indicate that the deceased had been admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) last week after contracting the virus and was discharged on Thursday.

Her condition deteriorated on Friday night and was rushed to the hospital, where she died hours later. 

“She was discharged on Thursday but last night (Friday night), her condition deteriorated and she was rushed back to the hospital. She succumbed on Saturday at around 9.30 am,” a member of the family said.

Deputy President William Ruto is among leaders who have sent messages of condolence to the family of Kikwai, who he described as a progressive and consummate leader

“Her Excellency Susan Kikwai — the Deputy Governor for Kericho County — was a humble yet bold and firm leader who inspired and elevated the presence and voices of women in our politics. She was a distinguished servant leader who transformed the lives of many people. We celebrate her accomplishments and the rich legacy that she leaves behind,” Ruto wrote on Twitter.

“The Kikwai family, the loved ones and the people of Kericho County are in our prayers during this painful time.”

In December last year, Nyamira Governor John Nyagarama died of COVID-19 complications while undergoing treatment at the Nairobi Hospital.