President, DP Ruto Mourn Former Kwale Woman Rep Zainab Chidzuga

President Uhuru Kenyatta and Deputy President William Ruto have sent messages of condolence to the family, friends and relatives of former Kwale County Woman Representative Zainab Kalekye Chidzuga.

The former long-serving official of Maendeleo Ya Wanawake Organisation (MYWO), passed away on Thursday, 12th August.

In his message, the President eulogised Chidzuga as a steadfast leader and astute grassroots mobiliser who helped uplift the welfare of women in Kwale County and across the country through her many initiatives.

“I have received the sad news of the passing away of Hon Zainab Chidzuga with a heavy heart. The ugly hand of death has robbed our country of a highly influential grassroots mobiliser and leader who was a role model to many women,” the President mourned.

“Mama Zainab Chidzuga was a passionate advocate of women’s empowerment, whose many achievements as an activist, legislator, and mentor will continue shaping the gender agenda in our country for generations.”

For his part, Deputy President Ruto mourned Chidzuga as a steadfast, progressive, and focused leader who will be remembered for empowering women in the country.

“We have lost a selfless and visionary leader who served the people of Kwale with dedication. Mheshimiwa Zainab Chidzuga was progressive, steadfast, and focussed. We will remember her as a champion of women empowerment,” Ruto tweeted.

“We pray to God that He grants strength and comfort to the family, relatives, and the people of Kwale County during this time of grief.”

Orange Democratic Movement leader Raila Odinga also condoled with Chidzuga’s family.

“My heartfelt condolences go to the family and friends of former Kwale County MP Zainab Chidzuga. May God the Almighty grant her family strength and fortitude to bear the loss,”