Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua mourned the death of celebrated author Professor Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, calling it a loss that has left Africa “orphaned.” In his tribute, Gachagua hailed Ngũgĩ as a literary icon, mentor, and political figure whose works shaped African identity and inspired generations.
He praised the author’s bold use of native language and storytelling in books like The River Between, Matigari, and Decolonising the Mind, calling him a true African literary champion. Gachagua offered prayers for the family, honoring Ngũgĩ’s legacy as one that will continue to influence the continent’s cultural narrative.
