Westlands Member of Parliament Tim Wanyonyi has shared a deeply personal reflection on the moments he says best captured his bond with his late brother, James Mukhwana.

In a heartfelt statement posted on X on Saturday, December 20, 2025, Wanyonyi opened up about memories that still stand out to him, describing joy, pride, and quiet support that defined their relationship.

“My happiest memory with Mukhwana was the day I asked him to be the godfather of our son,” the statement reads.

Wanyonyi recalled that moment as one filled with genuine happiness, saying his brother’s reaction is something he will never forget. He described seeing joy written clearly on Mukhwana’s face and feeling the depth of his commitment to family in that instant. According to Wanyonyi, his brother did not hesitate to accept the responsibility, a role he embraced with seriousness and love.

“My brother was beaming with joy, and I could see and feel it. He quickly stepped forward to take his role and carried it out well up to his final moments. That is my happiest time with my brother,” he wrote.

Wanyonyi recalled that moment as one filled with genuine happiness, saying his brother’s reaction is something he will never forget. He described seeing joy written clearly on Mukhwana’s face and feeling the depth of his commitment to family in that instant.

According to Wanyonyi, his brother did not hesitate to accept the responsibility, a role he embraced with seriousness and love.

“My brother was beaming with joy, and I could see and feel it. He quickly stepped forward to take his role and carried it out well up to his final moments. That is my happiest time with my brother,” he wrote.

“James was very happy for me when I won. He was the only one from the family who congratulated me and came to my homecoming party,” he continued.

As he reflected on these memories, Wanyonyi acknowledged the pain of loss and the silence left behind. He said that the moments of happiness now serve as reminders of what his brother meant to him, both as a family member and as a source of encouragement during key stages of his life.

“These are two moments that I can remember being so happy with him. I will miss him very much,” he stated.

Wanyonyi’s message offered a rare glimpse into his personal life, showing a side defined not by politics but by family, gratitude, and grief.