Khalif Kairo Explains Why He Rejected Kenyans’ Fundraising Offer After His Mother’s Death

Popular car dealer and businessman Joseph Kairo Wambui, known by many as Khalif Kairo, has opened up on why he declined an offer by Kenyans to organise a funeral fundraiser following the death of his mother.

Speaking during an interview on the Over 1M Podcast aired on Monday, May 4, 2026, and hosted by Tony Mwirigi, Kairo said his decision was largely driven by his personal beliefs and concerns about people’s intentions.

When asked why he turned down support from Kenyans, including Gen Zs who had expressed willingness to contribute, Kairo described himself as a private person who prefers to handle his struggles independently.

Khalif Kairo Explains Why He Rejected Kenyans’ Fundraising Offer

He noted that he has a small circle of friends and does not feel comfortable burdening others with his personal challenges.

“For me, there is no need to burden anybody. Whatever I am going through, I will just fight it. It will end,” he said.

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While acknowledging and appreciating the support he receives from fans and followers, Kairo maintained that not all help comes with genuine intentions.

“Support is not a problem. People will support you, but not everybody does it with the right intention,” he explained.

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To support his argument, he referenced the experience of Vincent Kagwi Kibe, popularly known as Kaluma Boy, a 17-year-old Kenyan TikToker who rose to national fame in late 2025 for documenting his devotion to caring for his ailing father, who suffered a stroke in August 2024.

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Kairo noted that despite receiving widespread public support and financial contributions, the teenager later faced criticism from some Kenyans over how the funds were perceived to have been used, including scrutiny of his personal spending.

“That is the problem. People will later say, ‘we built you’ or question your choices,” he s

He added that his journey and success are guided by faith, insisting that he trusts in God to help him overcome challenges without relying on public fundraising.

Khalif Kairo’s mother, Lucy Wambui Kairo, passed away on the morning of Sunday, February 15, 2026.

She died while receiving specialised medical treatment in India following a long battle with an undisclosed illness. Kairo announced the news on his social media platforms, expressing deep heartbreak but gratitude for her strength and the lessons she taught him.

Following her passing, she was laid to rest on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Gichungo Farm in Ndeiya, Limuru.

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