Kenya’s seven female governors, known collectively as the G7, have come together to celebrate Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika following the birth of her twin babies, in what they described as a moment of shared sisterhood and joy.

In a statement issued Monday, July 14, Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru conveyed the group’s warm wishes to Governor Kihika and her husband, businessman Sam Mburu, noting that the birth of the twins is a blessing.

“Children are a gift from God. As the G7 women governors, we had the pleasure of visiting our sister, Governor Susan Kihika, to share in the happiness of her beautiful newborns,” said Waiguru.

The governors among them Homa Bay’s Gladys Wanga, Machakos’s Wavinya Ndeti, and Embu’s Cecily Mbarire reflected on the deeper meaning of motherhood, describing it as a sacred journey that unites women in leadership and across all levels of society.

“As mothers, sisters, and leaders, we are reminded that the journey of motherhood is deeply personal and sacred,” Waiguru added.

The G7 extended their heartfelt congratulations to the family, wishing the twins a life full of grace, good health, and divine guidance.

“Congratulations once again, Susan and Mburu. May your children grow in wisdom, health, and favor,” read the statement.

Governor Kihika, who delivered the babies abroad, recently sparked public debate with remarks defending her decision not to give birth in Kenya. Speaking at a public event on July 5, she cited privacy concerns, arguing that being attended to by medical personnel who report to her would have been inappropriate.

“You know our job as women giving birth. But I’m also a governor. All doctors and nurses are under me. Should I really lie on a delivery table in front of my juniors?” she posed, adding, “Then we meet later in meetings how would they look at me?”

Her comments drew cheers from supporters at the event but also provoked criticism online, with many Kenyans accusing her of belittling healthcare workers by referring to them as “juniors” or subordinates.

In response to the controversy, Kihika pledged to build a state-of-the-art maternity facility in Nakuru to ensure more women can access the kind of quality services she received abroad.

The debate has reignited conversation around healthcare access, leadership, and the role of public officials in championing local services.