Popular Comedian KK Mwenyewe Dies After Short Illness

Kenyan comedian Zakaria Kariuki, widely known by his stage name KK Mwenyewe, who rose to prominence for his popular impersonations of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, has passed away. He died on Monday night at Kiambu Level 4 Hospital after a short illness. The news of h..

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Kenyan comedian Zakaria Kariuki, known as KK Mwenyewe, has passed away at Kiambu Level 4 Hospital after a short illness. He gained significant popularity for his impersonations of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.

KK Mwenyewe had 1.1 million followers on TikTok and 412,000 on Facebook.
His death was announced by fellow comedian and collaborator Kafengo.
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah was among those who paid tribute, hailing him as a "cultural commentator and a brave young patriot."