Musalia Mudavadi, Kenya’s Prime Cabinet Secretary, is widely recognized for his political influence. However, beyond his public career, he is also a dedicated family man. Together with his wife, Tessie Shangatti Mudavadi, they have three children: Moses, Michael, and Maryanne Mudavadi.
Maryanne Mudavadi gained public attention following her wedding to lawyer Nyaga Karanja in October 2023. The high-profile event was graced by numerous political figures, reflecting the family’s prominent status in Kenyan society.
Academically, Maryanne holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Human Resource Management from the University of Sussex. She has interned at CPF Financial Services and First Assurance Kenya Limited. Additionally, she has actively participated in charity work through the Musalia Mudavadi Foundation Trust and the National Assembly Lady Spouses Association of Kenya.
The eldest son, Moses Mudavadi, maintains a low public profile but is often seen at political events alongside his father. His frequent presence at rallies has fueled speculation that he might follow in his father’s footsteps and venture into politics.
Michael Mudavadi, the middle child, pursued a business management and marketing degree at the University of Brighton, where he also completed a Master’s in Marketing.
In 2019, Michael was caught up in the DusitD2 terrorist attack in Nairobi. His quick thinking, partly influenced by his experience as an avid video gamer, helped him survive the ordeal. Currently, he works at a leading marketing agency and is a passionate rugby enthusiast.
Musalia’s wife, Tessie Mudavadi, is actively engaged in cancer awareness initiatives. She co-runs the Mudavadi Memorial Foundation Trust Fund, which focuses on healthcare and education programs. Tessie herself is a breast cancer survivor, having been diagnosed in 2011 and later fully recovering after treatment.
Musalia Mudavadi’s family, though largely private, remains a subject of public interest due to their influence in both political and business circles.
By Kenyans