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• Kalonzo Musyoka and his family gathered at his mother Sarah Malia Musyoka’s grave on 24 September 2026 to mark 20 years since her passing
• The presidential aspirant was joined by his sons, daughters-in-law and politicians from the United Opposition at the emotional commemoration
• A TikTok video capturing the solemn moment at the memorial garden has gone viral, drawing heartfelt reactions from Kenyans online

Kalonzo Musyoka paused his busy political calendar on Wednesday, 24 September 2026, to honour one of the most personal milestones in his life, 20 years since the passing of his mother, Sarah Malia Musyoka, who died on the same date in 2006.

The United Opposition presidential aspirant was joined at the graveside by his sons, daughters-in-law and several politicians aligned with his political camp.

Kalonzo Musyoka honours a woman who shaped him

Dressed in formal attire, the group solemnly laid white floral wreaths at the memorial in a quiet, reflective ceremony that stood in sharp contrast to the noise of Kenya’s political season.

A TikTok video shared on his official account captured the outdoor event at the gravesite, which featured a memorial poster bearing Sarah Malia’s photograph and her dates of birth and death: 1931 to 24 September 2006.

The footage showed family members and mourners moving through the memorial garden with measured steps, their expressions heavy with remembrance.

Sarah Malia Musyoka passed away aged 75, and her son has spoken warmly about her influence on his life and values over the years.

The commemoration, held two decades after her death, drew attention not only for its emotional weight but also for the show of unity among Kalonzo’s family and political allies at such an intimate occasion.

The video quickly gained traction online, with many Kenyans stopping to reflect on the moment and pay their own tributes to the late matriarch.

Watch the video below:

Here are some of the comments from social media users:

@Wambua wrote:

“RIP mama Kalonzo, hizo enzi sikuwa na smartphone.”

@Bettinah commented:

“Rest in peace, Malia.”

@Kelvin Kithendu Kioko added:

“Continue resting in peace, Susu.”

@Henry Lucky quipped:

“Na Kalonzo wife ako wapi?”

@wakamaize A.k.A aunt wa magaji offered a candid take on her political loyalties:

“Sasa Kalonzo utacompain lini…aki mimi na familia yangu kula kwa Ruto lakini kura kwa Kalonzo. 🩷 🩷 🩷”

@LAHM simply noted:

“The friends who became family.”