Agnes Kagure, leader of the Kenya Patriots Party and a hopeful candidate for Nairobi governor, has received rare public appreciation from members of the street families community she has supported.
In a city where acts of kindness often go unnoticed, this moment stood out as people she once helped returned to say thank you for standing with them during their hardest times.
Kagure shared that it is not common for those who receive help to come back and express gratitude. However, representatives of street families and groups that work with them recently reached out to acknowledge her support. Their message focused on the assistance she offered when members of their community lost loved ones.
For many people living on the streets, handling burial arrangements is a heavy burden. Without money or support systems, even giving a loved one a respectful farewell becomes difficult.
Kagure stepped in to help ensure that these families could conduct burials with dignity, something that is often ignored in discussions about homelessness.
Beyond funeral support, her involvement has included rehabilitation efforts aimed at helping street families change their lives.
These programs focus on more than short-term relief. They seek to provide skills training, access to basic services, and chances for people to reconnect with society in a productive way.
The goal is to move individuals away from street life and toward stability. The gratitude she received showed that this consistent help had made a real difference to those affected.
She described feeling humbled by the appreciation, noting that it reminded her why long-term support matters. When help is given without expecting quick rewards, it can build trust and strong relationships over time.
In a city like Nairobi, where many people struggle with poverty, lack of shelter, and limited opportunities, such efforts can create hope.
Street families face daily risks and hardships, and recognition from them shows that compassion can reach even the most forgotten groups.
At the same time, Kagure spoke about another step she is taking to remain connected with residents across Nairobi.
She revealed that there are still two million calendars available for distribution. These calendars are not only meant to show dates. They also include a countdown feature that tracks the days leading to what she calls the liberation of Nairobi.
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