Gloria Sekeiyan Khalwale, wife of Kakamega Senator Dr. Boni Khalwale, passed away suddenly on the morning of August 15, 2026, after suffering a heart attack.
The Senator announced the tragic news on his official X account, describing how Gloria collapsed earlier that day.
Senator Khalwale's tribute read:
"My dear wife, Gloria Sekeiyan Khalwale, has this morning suddenly collapsed and died after a heart attack."
Gloria Khalwale was a mother to eight children: Engine Kukaste Khalwale, Olivia Sabayi Khalwale, Flavia Shimuli Khalwale, Gift Atubukha Khalwale, Meliza Khamwenyi Khalwale, Velma Nasiebanda Khalwale, Sonia Inuni Khalwale, and Maura Makatse Khalwale.
Dr. Boni Khalwale, a former medical doctor turned seasoned politician, currently serves as the Senator for Kakamega County under the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party. He is widely recognized for his outspoken political stance and influence in Western Kenya's leadership circles.
The announcement of Gloria's passing has elicited condolences from political leaders, colleagues, and well-wishers nationwide.
Details regarding the circumstances of her death and funeral arrangements have not yet been disclosed.
