Businesswoman and travel entrepreneur Sarah Kabu has moved many Kenyans with an emotional tribute posted on Instagram, as the nation continues to mourn the reported passing of opposition leader Raila Odinga.
In a heartfelt caption, Sarah shared a touching message alongside a photo showing a tearful moment between two women in mourning presumably during a condolence visit. She wrote:
“This photo has left me in tears… reminded me of the day I lost my dad… till today I still miss my dad, dearly. He was a small SHUJAA in my village… It is well Baba.”
Sarah went on to offer words of comfort to Raila Odinga’s family, especially his wife and children, saying:
“May the Almighty God give them sufficient grace to overcome the grief. AMEN 🙏.”
While many appreciated the touching post, the comments section took a different turn, as some netizens speculated whether the image used was AI-generated. One user sarcastically commented, “Wee na wewe kwani huoni hii ni AI nktkt”, suggesting that the top photo looked digitally altered.
Others chimed in with mocking remarks about the person in the photo, with one saying, “Amenona na akili imekosa, kunona pia”, drawing laughs from followers but also raising questions about the line between humor and insensitivity, especially during a period of national mourning.
Despite the mixed reactions, many resonated with Sarah’s message, especially those who have lost loved ones. The post highlighted how public grief often triggers personal memories and emotions for many Kenyans.Tributes from across the political, entertainment, and business sectors continue to pour in, celebrating the life and legacy of Raila Odinga.
