- Kenyan Ambassador to the US David Kiplagat Kerich shared a heartfelt Facebook post on Sunday, October 18, 2026, celebrating his son's milestone
- Felix Kerich graduated, prompting his proud father to dedicate a public message of congratulations and thanksgiving to God
- The ambassador's touching tribute caught the attention of Kenyans online, drawing warm responses to the family moment
Kenya's Ambassador to the United States, David Kiplagat Kerich, paused from his diplomatic duties on Sunday, October 18, 2026, to mark a deeply personal milestone — his son Felix's graduation.
Source: Facebook
In a brief but moving Facebook post, the ambassador addressed his son directly and gave credit to a higher power for the achievement.
"Congratulations, son, Felix, on your graduation. We are proud of you, and we give all glory to God," Kerich wrote.
Felix's graduation marks significant chapter for Kerich family
The post, simple in its wording but rich in emotion, resonated with followers who appreciated seeing the senior diplomat step out of his official role to celebrate family.
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For a figure whose days are typically defined by statecraft and bilateral affairs, the public acknowledgement of his son's academic achievement offered a rare and humanising glimpse into his personal life.
Felix's graduation marks a significant chapter for the Kerich family, with the ambassador making clear that the moment was one of collective pride and spiritual gratitude rather than individual glory alone.
Kenya-US diplomatic relations
David Kiplagat Kerich serves as Kenya's Ambassador to the United States, a posting that places him at the centre of Kenya-US diplomatic relations.
His role encompasses engagements ranging from trade and investment discussions to political dialogue between Nairobi and Washington.
That he chose to mark his son's graduation so publicly speaks to the value Kenyan families across all walks of life place on education as a cornerstone of success and honour.
Kenyan woman graduates with master's in US
In another story, TUKO also highlighted facts about Wangari Gachu, a Kenyan woman in the United States who graduated with a master’s degree while raising her young child.
She credited her husband’s support and sacrifices for helping her through the programme.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
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