Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s sons, Kevin and Keith Gachagua are stepping into the limelight, each embodying unique aspirations and talents that reflect both their family legacy and their individual ambitions.
His wife pastor Dorcas Wanjiku shot into the limelight recently after he was appointed Ruto’s deputy. The two have been married for 35 years.
Until the presidential debate held at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa on Tuesday, their sons’ whereabouts were unknown to many.
It is while making his introductory remarks at the debate that Gachagua unpacked details of his little-known sons to the nation.
“I’m Rigathi, family is the basic unit of society and the nation, strong families make strong nations, I’m the head of a family and it’s my pleasure and privilege to introduce my wife Dorcas, and my firstborn son Kelvin Gachagua a software engineer and my second born son, Keith Ikinu Rigathi, medical doctor, who helps me to run the family business,” he said.
Gachagua’s two sons have maintained a low profile and kept their presence on social media private.
As they navigate their educational pursuits and professional endeavors, Kevin and Keith are not just the sons of a political leader; they represent a new wave of youth in Kenya who are poised to influence the future.
1. Kevin Gachagua
Kevin is the firstborn son of DP Gachagua.
He is a software engineer and has maintained a low public profile.
Recently, Kevin gained attention for accompanying his father during political events, particularly amid Rigathi’s impeachment trial, showcasing family support during challenging times.
He has been implicated in accusations related to his father’s impeachment, specifically concerning alleged money laundering and economic crimes.
Lawmakers claim that he and his brother, Keith, acted as proxies in managing properties worth billions, including luxury hotels, acquired through questionable means linked to their father’s influence and government contracts.
2. Keith Gachagua
Keith Ikinu Gachagua is the second son of DP Gachagua.
An alumnus of the Alliance Boys High School, he was among the top students during the 2010 KCSE national examinations
According to the order of merit for the 2010 KCSE examinations, Keith scored a mean grade of A plain of 86.92 points and was ranked 17th nationally.
After his High School education, he joined the University of Nairobi (UoN) to pursue a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.
Keith graduated in December 2019.
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