Najib Balala dismisses death rumours, says he is well and in good spirits
Former Tourism Cabinet Secretary Najib Balala has moved to reassure Kenyans that he is alive and in good health after reports claiming that he had died circulated on social media. In a statement on his X account on Saturday, September 5, 2026, Balala addressed the reports saying the information was false and unfounded. “I am […]
Former Tourism Cabinet Secretary Najib Balala has dispelled death rumors circulating on social media, assuring Kenyans that he is alive and in good health. In a statement on his X account on September 5, 2026, Balala declared the reports to be false and unfounded, expressing gratitude for the concern shown by friends, colleagues, and the public.
Balala thanked God for his protection and highlighted the speed at which unverified information can spread through social media. The former Cabinet Secretary had previously faced health-related reports, including claims of hospitalization and breathing difficulties in 2020. Balala had recently taken up a new role as Executive Vice-President for Advocacy, Government Affairs, and Research at the World Travel and Tourism Council.
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