Baringo Senator William Cheptumo dies at 57: Here is what we know

Charles Ouma 13:36 - 16 February 2025

File image of Baringo Senator William Cheptumo

Ruto eulogised the Senator as a dedicated public servant and a progressive leader.

Baringo Senator William Cheptumo is dead.

The lawmaker’s death was confirmed by Senate Speaker Amason Kingi on Sunday, February 16, 2025.

Reports indicate that the senator who had been admitted at a Nairobi hospital breathed his last on Saturday evening.

Baringo Senator William Cheptumo

He was aged 57 years old at the time of his death on Saturday, February 15 after a short illness.

Following his demise, condolence messages streamed in with President William Ruto leading the country in mourning.

Ruto eulogised the deceased as a dedicated public servant and a progressive leader.

Senator William Cheptumo was a progressive leader who was dedicated to public service. He was vocal, hardworking, and a tireless champion for the transformation of Baringo.

The Cheptumo family, friends, and the people of Baringo County are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest In Peace, Mheshimiwa.

The cause of death is yet to be made public.

Cheptumo was elected on a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party ticket.

Cheptumo’s predecessor, former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi mourned the deceased who he eulogised as an honest, affable and dependable leader.

We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the late Baringo Senator Hon. William Cheptumo. Hon. Cheptumo was an honest, dependable and affable person and leader.

As we pray that the Lord rests his soul in eternal peace, we wish the family grace and fortitude to bear this devastating loss. On behalf of the Moi family and KANU, we assure Cheptumo’s family of our support at this incredibly difficult time.

After serving as Member of Parliament (MP) for Baringo North Constituency for 15 years since 2008, Cheptumo succeeded Gideon Moi as Baringo Senator in 2022.