President Ruto joins leaders in mourning June Moi

President William Ruto expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Moi family.

“My heartfelt condolences to the family of the late President Daniel Arap Moi over the loss of June Chebet Moi. May God give you strength at this difficult time. Rest In Peace June,” President William Ruto wrote on X.

The Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Co-operatives & Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Simon Chelugui eulogised June Ruto as a wonderful lady and a patriot.

“I take this opportunity to extend my deepest sympathies and condolences to the family of our second President, the late Daniel Arap Moi, following the passing on of his daughter June Moi. I am saddened by the news of June's death and I hereby join other Kenyans in mourning with you the passing on of this wonderful lady, a patriot. My heart and prayers go out to the Moi family, friends, and relatives during this time of grief,” he wrote. 

Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii expressed condolences to the family of June, describing her as a successful businesswoman who had a significant impact on the country.

“My sincere condolences go out to the family of the late President Daniel Moi for the loss of their beloved daughter, June Chebet, a remarkable and successful businesswoman who made a significant impact. May the family find solace and strength during this trying moment,”

Tana River County Woman Representative, Amina Dika Abdulahi also expresses her deepest sympathy for the family for their loss.

“I have received with profound shock the sad news of the death of June Moi. On behalf of the people of Tana River and my own behalf, kindly accept my deepest sympathy. I pray that God grants the Moi family the fortitude to bear this loss.”

The family released a statement on Thursday morning, announcing that June Chebet Moi had died at 60 years. 

“At this time of grief, we request for your prayers and privacy as we the family come to terms with the tragic loss of our sister,” the family stated.