- President Ruto donates KSh1 million to support KK Mwenyewe’s funeral.
- Dennis Itumbi announces the donation during the memorial service.
- Other leaders, including Kimani Ichung’wah and Susan Kihika, also contribute.
- KK Mwenyewe rose to fame for mimicking Rigathi Gachagua on TikTok.
- The comedian died while receiving treatment at Kiambu Level 4 Hospital.
- Gachagua praised KK as a creative and resilient youth.
President William Ruto has offered a helping hand to the grieving family of comedian Zakaria Kariuki, popularly known as KK Mwenyewe, by donating KSh1 million toward his funeral arrangements.
The announcement was made during KK’s memorial service on Monday, July 21, by Dennis Itumbi, the Head of Presidential Special Projects and Creative Economy Coordination.
While addressing mourners, Itumbi shared that the President’s contribution would directly reach the late comedian’s mother.
“President Ruto has contributed KSh1 million. I’ve been informed that the budget shortfall was about KSh1.2 million. With KSh1.5 million now collected, we’re covered,” Itumbi noted.
“I have all the funds with me, and I’ve asked to personally hand them over to his mother,” he added.
Additional support poured in from various leaders: KSh200,000 from Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung’wahKSh100,000 from Lari MP Mburu KahangaraKSh200,000 from Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika
These contributions reflect the high regard the leaders had for KK Mwenyewe’s talent and impact.
KK Mwenyewe passed away on July 15 while undergoing treatment at Kiambu Level 4 Hospital. He rose to stardom after the 2022 General Election through humorous TikTok and Instagram videos, where he comically impersonated then-Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
His sketches featuring exaggerated suits, a signature fake belly, and familiar phrases quickly gained attention online.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, the very man KK mimicked, paid a moving tribute.
“KK was young, consistent, and resilient. He used comedy to deliver creative and meaningful messages to Kenyans. He spoke to our hearts,” Gachagua stated.
“I extend my deepest sympathies to his family and all who knew him.”
The late KK Mwenyewe’s creativity earned him national recognition and admiration. As his family prepares to lay him to rest, the support from top leaders and Kenyans from all walks of life stands as proof of the deep impression he left behind through laughter and talent.
