Speaking candidly, his father, Mzee Meshack Ojwang, revealed that the family’s situation has not improved as many had expected. He said most of the funds raised shortly after his son’s death have already been depleted.
According to the elderly man, survival now depends on modest subsistence farming. He explained that maize from their small farm, alongside vegetables from a kitchen garden, forms the bulk of their daily meals.
He added that his wife’s poultry project has become a critical lifeline. Eggs and occasional chicken sales help the family meet basic needs, although he admitted the income remains inconsistent and insufficient.
Mzee Ojwang also expressed disappointment over unfulfilled promises made by several leaders. He singled out Johnson Sakaja, who had pledged to support the family through education sponsorship, employment for Ojwang’s widow, and construction of rental houses.
He claimed none of those commitments have materialised, leaving the family to navigate their struggles alone. The revelation raises fresh questions about accountability among leaders who make public pledges during moments of national sympathy.
At the same time, Mzee Ojwang addressed criticism he faced after accepting a KSh 2 million donation from William Ruto. He defended his decision, stating that gratitude should not be politicised.
He maintained that acknowledging support from any well-wisher, including the President, was both appropriate and necessary during a time of grief. However, he noted that his remarks alienated some supporters.
The fallout, he said, has had lasting consequences. Some individuals who initially stood with the family reportedly withdrew their support, forcing him to rely entirely on his own means, even when travelling to Nairobi.
His account highlights a harsh reality often ignored after public tragedies: initial goodwill fades quickly, while affected families are left dealing with long-term economic and social challenges largely on their own.
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