Tash Gitau Vows to Care for Betty Bayo’s Children on First Anniversary of Her Death

Tash Gitau has shared an emotional tribute to his late wife, celebrated gospel singer Betty Bayo, on the first anniversary of her death. 

“Today makes exactly one year since you left us, yet it still feels like it all happened just yesterday,” Gitau wrote. “To tell you the truth, life has been hard without you, and the gap you left can never be filled.“

The tribute comes exactly twelve months after Bayo’s passing on November 10, 2024, which sent shockwaves through Kenya’s gospel music community. The singer was beloved for her powerful vocals and uplifting ministry that touched millions of fans across East Africa.

Tash also reaffirmed the promise he made to his wife before her passing, to care for their children with everything he has. “I promise I am doing my best to take care of the kids, just like I promised you,” he wrote. “Even after a year, I still hold onto the promise I made to you that day: I will give those kids my very best. As long as I am alive and even beyond, I will make sure they never lack anything.“

He described Bayo as more than a wife, a best friend, confidante, and the heart of their family. “You were the best wife and best friend anyone could ever ask for,” he continued. “Thank you for being a mother, a sister, and my closest friend… and above all, thank you for being the mother to my children.”

Bayo’s music continues to be celebrated across gospel platforms, with her legacy living on through her recordings and the lives she touched. “Thank you for all the beautiful memories we shared,” Gitau concluded. “I love you so much, Darling. Even in death, nothing will ever take your place. Continue resting in peace, my darling wife.”