Machakos Senator Agnes Kavindu Muthama is mourning the death of her son, Moses Nduya Muthama, whose passing has been described as sudden and unexpected.
According to preliminary reports, Moses collapsed on the evening of Wednesday, February 4, after experiencing breathing difficulties. Efforts to rush him to a nearby hospital were unsuccessful, as he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
The tragic news has dealt a heavy blow to the family. Moses was the only child of Senator Kavindu and former Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama, a former chairperson of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA).
News of his death has sparked an outpouring of condolences from leaders and members of the public across the country, with many expressing solidarity with the grieving family.
Kitui Senator Enock Wambua was among those who shared messages of sympathy, saying his thoughts and prayers were with Senator Kavindu and her family during the difficult period. He extended his condolences and offered words of comfort to the bereaved.
While the exact cause of death has not yet been confirmed, Moses’ body has been transferred to a mortuary in Machakos, where it will remain pending a postmortem examination.
The loss comes just a few years after Johnson Muthama suffered another family tragedy following the death of his daughter, Janet Njoki, in April 2022. At the time, President William Ruto—then serving as Deputy President—paid tribute to Njoki, describing her as hardworking, dependable, and upright. The family chose not to disclose details surrounding her death, and she was laid to rest at the family’s home in Tala, Machakos County.
Senator Kavindu’s loss adds to a growing list of Kenyan political leaders who have recently experienced personal bereavement. Among them are Dagoretti MP Beatrice Elachi, who lost her son last year, and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula, who lost his brother in December.