I have learnt with deep sadness of the passing of Hon. Gideon Sitelu Konchella following a long illness. Hon. Konchella served as the Member of Parliament for Kilgoris Constituency from 2002 to 2022.
Hon. Konchella's two decades of leadership were marked by his unwavering commitment to peace, unity, and harmonious coexistence among the diverse communities living in Trans Mara and the larger Kilgoris region. Through his dedication to public service, he played a significant role in fostering social cohesion and advancing development in the area.
Beyond his distinguished service in Parliament, Hon. Konchella also served the nation as Assistant Minister for Health and later as Minister for Immigration in the Government of the late President Mwai Kibaki. In these capacities, he demonstrated diligence, patriotism, and an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of Kenyans.
As we mourn his passing, we also celebrate a life devoted to the service of the people. Hon. Konchella leaves behind a rich legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come.
On behalf of the people of Narok County and on my own behalf, I convey my heartfelt condolences to his family, relatives, friends, and all those whose lives he touched. May they find comfort during this difficult time, and may his soul rest in eternal peace.
It’s a Trumpian World Cup for racism — why don’t those who condemned Qatar 2022 say so?
My piece for The Guardian on the blatant hypocrisy and double standards on full display. https://t.co/NKmtaTF2bH
2010. South Africa. They said theft will be at an all-time high. Unsafe for world cup. Didn't happen.
2014. Brazil. Complained about some of the remote places the venues were. Unsafe for players. Didn't happen.
2018. Russia. "It's not a democracy". There would be marginalization. People would not even be free or allowed entry. Didn't happen.
2022. Qatar. " Slave built stadiums ". A morally bankrupt nation. " It cannot be fun". The tournament is horrible. No alcohols. Religious intolerance. Didn't happen.
2026. US. All the above happening.
We see.
@_shakenya Busy posting updates here, yet we still can't access the services. What's the point of all the communication if the system isn't working? Please focus on fixing the service interruptions.
🇦🇷 🇺🇾 "Tutti si lamentano delle strutture e organizzazione, delle strutture di allenamento e negli aeroporti, così come della detenzione di giocatori, fotografi, arbitri, allenatori, e sarà la peggiore edizione della Coppa del Mondo di sempre". M.Bielsa
What an absolute disgrace. A FIFA-certified referee being denied entry to the United States purely because he is Somali.
The World Cup is meant to bring people together. This is racism, plain and simple. Shameful.
https://t.co/rpSgTmmPU4