President William Ruto donated Sh1 million to the family of the late comedian, Zakaria Kariuki, popularly known as Mr. KK Mwenyewe.
The comedian died on July 15 after an illness.
The President was represented by Dennis Itumbi, Head of Presidential Special Projects and Creative Economy, at a candle lighting event held in honour of KK.
After announcing the president’s donation, Itumbi requested to take the amount to the late comedian’s mother.
“The president has said even if you are saying he must go, he has given a one-million-shilling donation.
When I sat here, I asked how much was remaining in the budget, and I was told it was Sh1.2 million. But with Sh1.5 million (plus Itumbi’s Sh500,000), haven’t we finished that?”
“I have requested Kafengo to allow me to take the money to the mother at home so that she can plan with it,” Itumbi said.
Nakuru governor Susan Kihika donated Sh200,000 to the family.
KK Mwenyewe died while receiving treatment at Kiambu Level 5 Hospital.
News of his passing broke on July 15, sparking a wave of shock and grief among fans and fellow creatives.
His death was announced by fellow comedian Kafengo.
“We are heartbroken to announce the sudden demise of Zakaria Kariuki A.k.a Mr KK Mwenyewe.
He passed away yesterday evening while undergoing medical attention at Kiambu Level 5 Hospital.”
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