Uhuru Mourns Mama Dorcas Ntimama, Widow of Former Cabinet Minister William Ntimama

Mama Dorcas Pedelai Ntimama, widow of the late former Cabinet Minister William Ole Ntimama is dead.

Mama Dorcas passed away while undergoing treatment at a Nairobi hospital on Friday night.

President Kenyatta in a message of condolence to the family, relatives, and friends, described the deceased as a gracious woman who worked tirelessly for the wellbeing of society.

The president said Mama Dorcas always built strong bonds of friendship, which ensured harmony and peace in her community.

“It is heartbreaking that we’ve lost Mama Dorcas. As a nation, we are grateful for her many years of service to Kenya especially in Narok where, with her late husband the Hon Ole Ntimama, they offered leadership and service to the community for many years,” said Kenyatta.

He added: “For those of us that interacted with Mama Dorcas, we shall miss her maternal demeanor and welcoming smile that made everyone around her comfortable.” 

Mama Dorcas’ death comes about five years after the passing of her husband, who died on September 1st, 2016 aged 88.