Former Kwale County Woman Representative Zainab Chidzuga is dead.
According to her son, Hassan Chidzuga, the former Kwale County MP died at Nairobi Hospital where she has been undergoing treatment.
Deputy President William Ruto mourned the former Kwale County Woman Representative, describing her as a progressive and focused individual who championed for women empowerment.
In tweets seen by Nairobi Leo, Ruto remembered Chidzuga as a selfless leader who served with dedication.
The DP prayed for God's comfort to her family as they come to terms with her loss.
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"We have lost a selfless and visionary leader who served the people of Kwale with dedication. Mheshimiwa Zainab Chidzuga was progressive, steadfast and focused. We will remember her as a champion of women empowerment.
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. Rest In Peace," said the Deputy President.
Zainab Chidzuga is the mother to former TV news anchor Mwanaisha Chidzuga.
Reports indicate the former Kwale women rep succumbed to Covid-19.
