- Uasin Gishu deputy governor Evans Kapkea had announced the passing of his brother, Stanley Kiprop Kapkea
- Stanley, born in May 1978, passed away on 18 October 2026, leaving behind a wife and children
- National Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo visited the family at their home in Tembelio Ward, Moiben
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Uasin Gishu deputy governor Evans Kapkea is mourning the loss of his brother, Stanley Kiprop Kapkea, who passed away on October 18, 2026.
Source: Facebook
Stanley, who was born on May 12, 1978, is survived by his wife, Lydia, and their children.
The Kapkea family announces their brother's death
Taking to social media, Deputy Governor Kapkea described his brother as a warm and devoted family man whose sudden death left a deep wound within the family.
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"Our hearts are heavy following the sudden passing of my dear brother, Stanley Kiprop Kapkea," he wrote. "Stanley was a loving and caring brother with whom I shared many cherished moments and memories. His sudden departure has left a profound void in our family."
The deputy governor also acknowledged the outpouring of support the family has received since the news broke.
"On behalf of our family, I extend my sincere gratitude to everyone who has stood with us during this difficult time through messages of condolence, prayers, and words of comfort," he said.
Chris Kiptoo visits Kapkea family
Among those who moved quickly to offer condolences was National Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo, who personally visited the Kapkea family at their home in Tembelio Ward, Moiben.
Writing on X on Saturday, October 24, Kiptoo said he had gone to "condole with the family of Hon. Evans Kapkea, Deputy Governor of Uasin Gishu County Government, following the passing of his dear brother."
"My heartfelt condolences to Stanley's wife, Lydia, their children, the entire family, relatives, and friends during this difficult time," Kiptoo added.
A memorial banner at the family home carried a verse from the Bible that appeared to capture the spirit in which Stanley's loved ones are choosing to remember him: "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." (2 Timothy 4:7).
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