KPA CEO Captain William K Ruto. PHOTO/KPA

The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has confirmed that its Chief Executive Officer, Capt. William K. Ruto was involved in a tragic road accident that claimed the life of his daughter.

In a staff notice issued on Saturday, April 4, 2026, the authority said the accident occurred on Friday evening while Capt. Ruto was traveling with members of his family.

“We are deeply saddened to announce that our Chief Executive Officer, Capt. William K. Ruto was involved in a tragic road accident yesterday evening while traveling with his family. Regrettably, his daughter did not survive the accident,” the statement reads in part.

KPA extended its condolences to the CEO and his family, describing the incident as a moment of immense grief.

The authority confirmed that Capt. Ruto and the rest of his family survived the crash and are currently in stable condition.

“Capt. Ruto and the rest of his family are currently in stable condition and under close medical supervision. We remain hopeful for their full and swift recovery,” the statement added.

KPA noted that it is cooperating with relevant authorities as investigations begin to establish the circumstances surrounding the accident.

“We are cooperating with the relevant authorities as they establish the circumstances surrounding the incident. We will continue to provide updates as appropriate and as more information becomes available,” KPA stated.

Details regarding the exact location and cause of the crash were not immediately disclosed.

The authority also expressed gratitude to Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir and his Taita Taveta counterpart Andrew Mwadime for their swift response and support following the incident.

“We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Mombasa Governor H.E. Abdulswamad Shariff Nassir and Taita Taveta Governor H.E. Andrew Mwadime for their swift assistance and support following the accident. We also thank our staff, partners, stakeholders and the general public for their continued support, patience and cooperation,” the statement read.

KPA appealed to the public and the media to respect the privacy of the family during this difficult period.

“We respectfully request the public and media to honour the family’s privacy,” the statement said.

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