By Kamadi Amata

June Chebet, daughter of former President Daniel Arap Moi, passed away Thursday morning.

The family announced her death but did not provide further details, requesting privacy during this mourning period.

“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved, June Chebet Moi,” the statement said. “We ask for prayers and privacy as we come to terms with our tragic loss. May her soul rest in peace.”

President Daniel Arap Moi had eight children, among them a set of twins.

One of his children grew up to be a military officer, another thrilled Kenyans with his rallying skills, while yet another dominated headlines over a dramatic divorce and maintenance case.

The family has also produced politicians but not as charismatic and larger than life as their father.

Chebet was the last-born daughter among the former President’s eight children.

Moi had five sons and three daughters among the children are a set of twins.

June Chebet was adopted by the former president and cared for to be part of the family.

She attended Nairobi Primary, Kenya High School and then moved on to university in Canada. She was a successful businesswoman.

The former President’s other children are Gideon Moi, who had a political career of his own in Kenya, Jonathan Toroitich (a former rally driver, who died in 2019) and Philip Moi (a retired army officer) among others.