However, what most Kenyans don't know is that the aging head of state was single throughout his tenure at the helm of the government.
Moi seperated with his wife Lena in 1974, four years before assuming the presidency.
Having been married in 1950, Moi decided to remain single after the separation.
He went ahead to lead the nation regardless of the situation, setting history as the longest serving head of state.
Lena passed on in 2004 and was buried in Moi's vast Kabarak home. Reports also indicate Mzee said he would like to be laid next to her when the Lord calls him.
Their children include June Moi, John Mark, Philip Moi, Gideon Moi, Jonathan Moi and Raymond Moi.
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Unconfirmed sources revealed that the separation was due to infedelity,
