Uhuru Pays Glowing Tribute to the Late Former MP Kalembe Ndile

President Kenyatta has led leaders in paying tribute to the late veteran politician Kalembe Ndile, who died on Sunday after a long illness.

The former MP for Kibwezi passed away while undergoing treatment at the Nairobi Hospital.

In a message of condolence to the family and friends, Kenyatta described Kalembe as a witty, determined, and practical politician whose rise in life was as a result of sheer hard work.

“It is unfortunate that death has taken from us the Hon Kalembe Ndile in his prime. He was a lively politician who loved and worked with everyone, and always held the interests of the country at heart,” Uhuru said.

“With the death of Mheshimiwa Kalembe, our country has lost an astute fighter for human rights. We all remember how passionately he fought for the plight of squatters in the country.”

Deputy President William Ruto said the deceased was a “master of equal justice who set an incredible example of service to all.”

“He will best be remembered for his modesty, insights, independent voice, and fighting for the rights of the underprivileged,” said Ruto.

ODM leader Raila Odinga said, “The people of Kibwezi and our country have lost a charismatic leader with exceptional grassroots mobilization skills who also cared deeply for the underprivileged.”