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[PHOTOS] Pomp as Gideon Moi's son weds in exquisite event

The event was graced by family members and high-profile guests who were dressed for the occasion.

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by PERPETUA ETYANG

News02 May 2025 - 21:50
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In Summary


  • The ceremony, held in a private but elegant affair, brought together close family, political allies, and friends to celebrate their union.
  • Gideon said that they were proud parents watching their son exchange vows to his bride, Ivy Meli, to make a life-long commitment.

Family joins James Kimoi, former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi's son and Ivy Meli for a photo during their wedding ceremony on May 2, 2025. / GIDEON MOI X 


It was pomp and colour as Kanu Chairman and former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi’s son wedded his bride, Ivy Meli at Ol Tukai Lodge, Amboseli.

The event was graced by family members and high-profile guests who were dressed for the occasion.

The ceremony, held in a private but elegant affair, brought together close family, political allies, and friends to celebrate their union.

The son of Kanu Chairman and former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi, James Kimoi and his bride, Ivy Meli during their wedding on May 2, 2025 / GIDEON MOI X 


Gideon said that they were proud parents watching their son exchange vows to his bride, Ivy Meli, to make a life-long commitment.

“As a family, we welcome Ivy into our fold. We cherish and adore her as our daughter. May God bless their union and grant them the grace to walk this journey of love together,” he said in a statement on X.

Family joins James Kimoi, former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi's son and Ivy Meli for a photo during their wedding ceremony on May 2, 2025. / GIDEON MOI X 

High-profile guests who attended the wedding are former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, among others.

The event marked a rare public appearance for both Kenyatta and Kalonzo, who were warmly received by the Moi family.

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi during his son's wedding ceremony on May 2, 2025 / GIDEON MOI X 


Kanu Chairman Gideon Moi with former President Uhuru Kenyatta at the wedding./HANDOUT



Speaking during the event, Kalonzo Musyoka congratulated the newlyweds and lauded the Moi family for upholding the values of family and respect.

Though not speaking formally, Uhuru was seen engaging warmly with guests and sharing light moments with former colleagues.

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta poses for a photo with the son of former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi,  James Kimoi and his bride Ivy Meli on May 2, 2025 / GIDEON MOI X
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi during his son's wedding ceremony on May 2, 2025 / GIDEON MOI X 
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka poses for a photo with the son of former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi,  James Kimoi and his bride Ivy Meli on May 2, 2025 / GIDEON MOI X
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi,  James Kimoi and his bride Ivy Meli's wedding on May 2, 2025 / GIDEON MOI X
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