Fiona Wambui Kirubi, the lesser-known daughter of the late billionaire Chris Kirubi, made headlines due to the modest inheritance she received from her father’s vast estate. Kirubi, a prominent Kenyan tycoon, passed away in 2021, leaving behind an estimated fortune of Ksh 20 billion.
His will, drafted in 1996, allocated the majority of his wealth to his two other children, Robert and Mary-Anne Kirubi, while Fiona was only left Ksh 4 million.
Fiona Wambui Kirubi, also known as Farha, is an accomplished businesswoman and co-founder of KIMS Crowd and Kim’s Microfinance. She holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and an M.A. in Islamic finance, among other qualifications.
In addition to her roles in fintech and social responsibility initiatives, she serves as Chairperson for Muslim Women Tech, an NGO that promotes technological skills for women in Malaysia. Despite the initial will, Robert and Mary-Anne later agreed to give Fiona 9.95% of their shares, significantly increasing her inheritance to Ksh 1.6 billion.
Chris Kirubi’s vast holdings included luxury cars, real estate, and shares in various companies, including Haco Industries and Two Rivers Development.
His legacy in Kenya’s business landscape remains monumental, and Fiona’s career highlights her own achievements, despite receiving a smaller portion of her father’s wealth.
By WhoownsKenya