Dr Agnes Kagure with her mother in a past photo.
By WMW
Businesswoman, philanthropist and Nairobi gubernatorial aspirant Dr Agnes Kagure is mourning the loss of her mother, Mary Wangui Mwangi.
In an emotional message, Kagure described her late mother as her closest confidant, mentor and source of inspiration, whose strength, faith and wisdom shaped her life and touched many others.
“It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that I share the passing of my beloved mother, friend and mentor,” she said.
“She was a woman of great strength, faith, wisdom and love whose presence shaped my life and many others’ in countless ways. Her prayers, guidance and sacrifices will forever remain part of who I am.”
Kagure said her mother’s unwavering support, counsel and prayers played a significant role in her personal and professional journey, adding that her legacy would continue to live on through the values she instilled in her family and community.
Mary Wangui Mwangi, who lived in the Kamakwa area near Nyeri Town, passed away at the age of 86.
Dr Kagure, a prominent Nairobi-based businesswoman and philanthropist has built a reputation through community empowerment initiatives, particularly those targeting women, youth and vulnerable families across the city. Over the years, she has supported various charitable programmes, educational initiatives and community development projects aimed at improving livelihoods and expanding opportunities for disadvantaged groups.
She is also a key figure in Nairobi politics and is positioning herself for the 2027 Nairobi gubernatorial race. Kagure currently serves as the leader of the Kenya Patriots Party (KPP), a political movement that advocates issue-based leadership, improved service delivery and economic empowerment.
She has consistently campaigned on themes of efficient city management, better healthcare services, youth empowerment and support for small businesses.
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