(27.04.1977 — 18.01.2026)

It is with thanksgiving for a life well lived that we announce the passing of Nicholas Mwikwabe Until his demise, Nicholas served as Head of the Biosafety and Biosecurity Division, Assistant Principal Research Scientist, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the KEMRI Staff Retirement Benefits Scheme (KSRBS).

Nicholas was a loving husband of Rabecca Bisanju of Safaricom PLC Limited and a devoted and doting father of Zena Boke and Raya Bibi.

He was the beloved son of Mwalimu Francis Mwikwabe Nyamonge and Mary Sabayo Mwikwabe and Mary Mongosi Mwikwabe. He was the cherished brother of the late Julius Imbambare, Chacha Peter, Dominic Nyamohanga, Joseph Mwita, Mwita Angelo Nyamonge, Getrude Rimo, Gabriel Matete, Faustine Nyamohanga, Mary Martin Nyangi, and Philip Mosabi.

He was a treasured son-in-law of the late William Khakina and Mayi Beatrice Khakina, and a beloved brother-in-law of Catherine Mulemia, Timothy Wekesa, Sarah Nabukwangwa, Geoffrey Wambaya, Kevin Wekhomba, Rose Simuli and Dr. Lydia Nakhungu. Nicholas was a loving uncle, cousin, mentor, and friend to many.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at KEMRI Estate opposite Riara University along Raila Odinga Way, to condole with the family from 06:00 p.m.

The body will depart Lee Funeral Home on Thursday, 29th January 2026, for his home in Isebania town opposite the Mark Hotel, where an overnight vigil and prayers will be held. He will be laid to rest on Friday, 30th January 2026.

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness (2 Timothy 4:7-8)

We regret to announce the death of Honourable “Mwalimu” Grace Aluanga, on Friday, January 23, 2026.

She was the daughter of the late Zablon Lisunu and the late Jenniffer Olukaka. Daughter-in-law to the late Alwanga Otnuyonga and the late Nereya Amukonyi. Sister to the late Emily ‘DC’, Phylis Nandwa, the late Amos Matendechere, the late David Omusula and Donald Olumasal.

Wife of the t]late Wycliffe Aluartga, Beloved mother of Judy, Geoffrey, Nelly, Morris, Dennis, Humphrey Slade, Hellen and Lillian. Mother-in-law to Leonard, David, Wendy, Won and Pablo. Doting grandmother, great-grandmother, cherished aunt and friend to many.

Family and friends will meet at All Saints Cathedral Church on Tuesday January 27, 2026, from 5.00pm.

A memorial service will be held at All Saints Cathedral Church on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 2.00pm.

The cortege will leave Nairobi on Thursday, January 29, 2026, for her home In Mabole, Butete constituency. The funeral service Will be held on Saturday, January 3112026, at Mabole Prtmary School from 9.00am, followed by burial at her home.

“For me, to live Is Christ and to die is gain”, Philipianss 1:21

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the death of Samwel Mwenda Muthomi of Ntuuru Village (Kathanthatu), Nkubu which occurred on Thursday 15/01/2026.

He was the chief principal at Abothuguchi Boys Senior & Secondary School. Son of the late Muthomi M’rugongo and Rebecca Mucai M’Miruri.

Husband of Joyce Karimi Mwenda. Father of Morris. Kinoti Mwenda, Silvia Gakii Mwenda and Ezra Gitonga Mwenda. Father-in-law of Mercy Ncooki. Brother of Ruth Karwirwa, Hellen Kendi, Geoffrey Ndumba, Catherine Kananu, the late Joyce Gacheri, Christine Kagendo and Solomon Gatunga. Loving Grandpa of Kinya, Melvin Mureti, Munene Morris and Chloe Kawira.

Son-in-law of Mr & Mrs. Japheth M’thinji. Brother-in-law of Misheck, Stanley, Karea, the late Jennifer, Julia, Margaret and Alice.

Meetings are being held daily at his home in Kathanthatu Village and Prime Regent Hotel Nkubu from 5.00pm.

The cortege will leave Cool Breeze Funeral Home Kirachene on Friday 30/01/2026 8.00am. Funeral service will be held at Heritage Gardens Nkubu From 9.00am thereafter he will be laid to rest at his ome Kathanthatu Village.

In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you will live forever.

August 7 1965 – January 19 2026

By the grace of God and acceptance of His will, we announce the untimely death of Mwalimu Wilberforce Wangalwa Mwanga, the immediate former ACK Provincial Director of Education on January 19 2026.

Son of the late James Mwanga and the late Jerusa Mwanga. He was son-in-law of James Kimani and Alice Nyambura.

He was loving husband of Esther Wangalwa and father of Joy, James, Michael and Gideon.

Brother of the late Job, Beatrice, Grace, Jonathan, Eric, the late George, Florence, Risper, the late Lorna Josephine, the late Gilbert, Kwendo, Gladys, the late Reuben, Paul, Margaret and Praxides. He was a grandfather and uncle to many, and a loyal friend.

A requiem mass will be held on Sunday February 1st 2026 at 2.00pm at the All Saints Cathedral Nairobi.

The cortege will leave Montezuma Funeral Home on February 2nd 2026 for Sikinga Village, Busia County. The burial service will be on February 3rd 2026 at his homestead.

Friends and relatives are meeting daily at the All Saints Cathedral Nairobi at 5.30pm and at his home in Rimpa, Ongata Rongai.

There will be a fundraiser on Tuesday January 27 2026 at he All Saints Cathedral Nairobi.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2nd Timothy 4:7

Sunrise :1938 – Sunset :20/01/26

Its with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of our beloved Joseph Koinange Gachobe which occured in Outspan Hospital – Nyeri.

Son of the late Bernard Gachobe and the late Nyambaki.

Husband of Pauline Wanini. Father of Beth Wanjiru, Bernard Gachobe (of Coin-Mega Enterprise OTC), Ann Nyambura (Nyarugumu Comprehensive School-Nyeri), Mary Wangari and Henry Mbugua. Father-in law of Lucy Wambui Gachobe and Naomi Wanjiku Mbugua and Patrick Muraya. Grandfather of Keziah Wanini (KRA) and Wesley Maina,Vivian Mugure,Victor Koinange,Timothy Kariuki,Alex Maina, Lynnette Wanini, Mary Nyambura,Vincent Kabachia, Ivy Wanini, Brian Munyinyi, Lewis Koinange, Dennis Gachobe, Oscar Koinange, Lawrence Ngunjiriand Tamar Wanini. Great-grandfather of Wesley Gachobe,Wyne Kamau and Kyrah Wanda.

Brother of the late Kabaita (Mwalimu), Phillip Muiga, Late John Kahiro, Martha Wangari and Albert Nderitu (Kwa-Njaguti Agencies).

Family and friends are meeting daily at Gachobe’s homestead, Munaini Village Next to Munaini Primary School for prayers and funeral arrangements.

The cortege will leave Outspan Hospital Mortuary – Nyeri on Thursday 29/01/2026 at 8:00 a.m followed by funeral service and interment of the body at his home in Munaini Village.

Fare Thee well our Dad. We celebrate you for what you taught us.

It is with a heavy heart & acceptance that we announce the death of William Nyambati Nyamweya “Awilo” that occurred on 10/01/2026.

He was the second eldest grandson of the late Pastor Paul Nyamweya, the late Lois Manyange & the late Mama Kwamboka.

He was the 4th born child to the late Samson Nyambati Nyamweya, the late Peris Nyoando & Alice Nyambati.

The late was married to Agnes Moraa. Father of Mary Nyaboke, Judson Nyam bane, Christine Kwamboka, Caro Manyange, Salome Nyamokami and the late David Mogaka. Grandfather of Omwenga, Brenda, Clinton, Rohan, Sarah, Michelle, Paul Mogaka, Riziki, David, Kadide, Chris, Alicia, Adasa, Scorfield, Andrew, Tracy, Nathan & Caleb. Great grandfather of Kyle, Myles, Brandon, Amaya, Kendra and Rohan.

Father in law of Susan, Lambert, Ondara and Johnson.

He was a nephew of Nyamokami, Pastor Maobe, Mikaye, Nyang’ara, Hon. James Nyamweya, David Mogaka, Dr. Andrew, John Marube (all late), Ambassador Peter Nyamweya, the late Kerubo, Comissioner Ruth Oeri, Jemima, Biliah, Jerusha, Mirieri, Nyabera, Gad, Samwel Getugi, Ambassador Getugi, Simbas & Kiyakas.

Brother of Leah Kwamboka, Isabella, Nyambane(all late), Isaac Onyangore, Philip Ratemo, Margaret, Kemuma, Bochere, the late Beatrice Mwango, Omani, Martin, the late Nyambane, Christine Kwamboka & Paul Nyamagosa.

He was cousin of the late Leah, Shem, Birai, Mary, Judson(all late), Eucabed, the late Esther, Edward, Phoebe, Robert, Marube, Ombati, Ongaga, Japheth, Machuma(all late), Marube, Norah, the late Charles, Rebecca, the late Ratemo, PS Joyce, Hon. George Omani, Kenyalyn, Jimmy, Mary, Nyambane, Paul, the late Ratemo, the late Gisemba, Alice, the late Oyaro, Omani, Ogendi, Fanny, Bochere, Noah George, Ben, Olympic), Paul, Nyambane, Robert, David, Nasser, Omari, Onserio, Richard, Don, Paul, Naftal, Nyaramba, Merreck, Allan, George Maragia, Charles, Ben, Moindi & Mong’eri, Florence, Stella, Lydia,Alice, Moraa, Hellen & Jerusha.

Uncle of George, the late Charles, Fanny, Hellen, Rachel, Stella, Beatrice, Charles, Nyambane, Kelvin, Yvonne, Manyange, Nyambane, Paul, Franco, Moige, Kwamboka, Perminus, the late Robert, Eng. Omani, Paul, Omani, Mary, Esther, Nicholas, Philipa, Kerongo, Ong’uti, Isabella, Zacharia, Walter, Jane, Brian, David, Maragia, Paul, Brad, Manya, P.Ogendi, Paul Ratemo, Sally Kotut. Brother in-law of Sarah, James, John,Teresa & Ondieki(all late). In-law of Omwena, Fred, Lenemeria (all late), Abner Nyakundi. Korera iromfatrhuec late Kenyanya, Mwango, the late Mosomi, Kerubo, the late Edward, Rebecca, Josiah Mr&Mrs.

The cortege will leave Henna hospital on 29th January, 2026 for a night vigil at his Nyanchwa home before burial on Friday 30th January, 2026.

A fundraiser to raise funds to cater for the funeral expenses will be on 26th January, 2026. Contributions to be sent to Mpesa No. 0725953013

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the demise of Harrison Isinga Mugobelo. He died in agrisly road accident at Maungu, Voi Mombasa Road on Saturday 17/01/26.

Son of Hudson Sande Mugobelo and the late Mary Ndawoni.

Husband of Purity Gakii Isinga. Father of Cynthia, Mike, Kessy, Jacky, Willy, Elisha. Grandfather of Jayden and Jaylan.

Brother of Oscar Sagwa, Felix Sande, Consolata Muhambe, Chessy Mukura, Stella Ndoli.

Brother in law of Mable Elegwa, Martha Munyasya, Irene Mwazuhajohn Okova,Asael Omwassa.

Cousin of Martin, Bahati, Maxwell, Newton, Elisha, James, Ayuma, Nelly, Kaduki. Uncle and friend to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at home Kayole-Patanisho and Ruai Gardens from 6.00 pm.

He will be laid to rest on Saturday, 31/01/26. The funeral procession will leave Montezuma Funeral Home, Mbagathi on Thursday, 29/01/26 to Vihiga County, then proceed to his Kitale farm in Shikhendu, Kiminini, Transzoia County.

(1947 – 19th Jan 2026)

It is with humble acceptances of God’s will, we announce the passing on of Edward Mburu Njuguna, Mbagi Wa Wambui, on 19th January 2026.

Beloved husband of Florence Wanjiku Njuguna.

Son of the fate John Njuguna and late Grace Wambui. Brother of the late Wanjiru, Lucy Mugure, late Kimani and late Njeri.

Son in law of the late Eliud Ngigi and late Josephine Wairimu.

Father of Grace Njeri, Josephine Muthoni, John Njuguna, Ngigi Njuguna, Faith Wanjiru, Jeremiah Kimani and Keziah Korir. Father-in-law of Joyce Ngigi, Whisper Kimani, Hannah Wanjiku and Maurice Korir.

Cherished grandfather of Teddy, Wayne, Alvin, Latisha, Wendy, Lisette, Ivan, Micella, Brianna and Wamugocii.

Memorial Service will be held on the 26th January, 2026 at 2.00pm at ACK St. James Church Buruburu.

He will be laid to rest at his home in Kahariro, on the Tuesday, 27th January, 2026.

Meetings are going on daily at his home in Buruburu Phase One.

Dawn: 01-07-1963 – Dusk: 21-01-2025

It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Frank, a shining light of joy and laughter. His caring nature, infectious smile, and boisterous spirit touched the hearts of all who knew him.

Frank Muchiri Gachago was the son of the late Hon. Jesse Mwangi Gachago and ldah Muthoni Gachago.

Husband of Rahab Wairimu and Dad of Amani, Mark, Makena,Thiongo, Stacy and Jesse.

Brother of the late David Macharia, Sam, Lucy, Loise, Davis, Tony, Johnny, Becky, Rebecca, Jeremy and the late Milicent and Gitau.

Friends and family will gather at Ngong Hills Hotel from 5.00pm, meetings from 22nd to 26th January 2026.

A special fundraiser will be held on Tuesday, 27th February at 5.00pm at the same venue to support the outstanding hospital bill and funeral expenses. Contributions can be made via Paybill: 400200, Account: 1124201, Name: Samson/Rahab.

The funeral service and burial will be held on Friday, 30th February at Langata Cemetery starting at 9.00am.

“Though He causes grief, yet He will show compassion, according to the multitude of His mercies”.

1942 — 2026

With acceptance of God’s win, we announce the promotion to glory of our beloved patriarch and hero. Walters Wandera Ogok, a former lecturer of the University of Nairobi, Kikuyu Campus and Resident Lecturer at Mombasa and Kakamega Extra-Mural Studies Centres.

He was son of the late Hezekiah Ogolla Oniang. and Norah Makhondo Ogolla, and son-in-law of the late Isaiah Abwao and the late Mildred lnema.

He was the husband of the late Metabbel Epwono Ogolla and Pascalina Omedo. Father of the late Nicholas Wandera, Catherine Wandera – Rapando, Joseph Success Wandera. Norah Wandera, and the late Merab Vivian Wandera.

He was a brother of the late Lay Canon Teresa Akumu Olayo, Nerea Wanga Owiti, the late Stanley Ouma Ogolla and Peterkins James Ogolla; and nephew of the late Benson Haduli. late Snr. Chief Wanga Mahanga Oniang’i HSC, late Joseph Munyobi, late Jacktone Oduku, late Phelesia Odondo. Leunida Muruka, late Rosemary Obako Sibeyo, Magdalina Nerima, Maria Oloro, Eriabi Madara and Magdalina Anyango.

He a brother-in-law of Grace Ogolla, Pamela Ogolla, the late Mzee Owiti, the late Wellington Olayo, Job Munala, Martin Musurnba, Florence Anindo, among others.

He was cousin of the Hadulis, Wangas, Munyobis, Odukus, Makhulos, Bulumas, Sibeyos, Anyango’s and uncle of the Olayos, Owitis, Stanley Ogollas, Peterkins Ogollas, Steve Ogalles, Achillas, Munalas, Abwaos, Tiemas, Musumbas, among others.

He was Father in-law of Mike Rapando, Naomi Ogolla and Anne Wandera.

He was grandfather of Marvin, Sheilah, Victor, Arsene, Walters Ogolla jnr, Nicholas Wandera, Ogolla jnr, Achieng, the late Zawadi, Taryn, Joson, Malcom, Whitney, Serena and Stanley. Great grandfather of Adriel Baraka.

The funeral service will be held at ACK St. Stephen’s Church, Port Victoria on Thursday 22nd January 2026 from 2.30 p.m. He will be laid to rest on Friday, 23rd January 2026 at his home in Port Victoria, Bunyala Sub-County, Busia County.

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. II Timothy 4:7

Sunrise: 5/03/2012 — Sunset: 04/01/2026

It with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Emmanuel Deleon.

He was the son of Wangui Ndirangu (Leah) and Darwin Deleon; brother of late Njeri Deleon and the late Kairo Winkelpleck.

Grandson of late Charity Ndirangu and late Jim Ndirangu.

Nephew of Kairu Ndirangu, Fred Mwambili, Wamuyu, Njeri and Daisy Kariuki. Cousins to many. He will be dearly missed.

Meetings are ongoing at International Christian Center Nairobi (ICC) on Mombasa Rd. from 5:00pm — 7:00pm daily.

There will be a memorial service at ICC Nairobi on Mombasa Rd on Friday January 23rd. 2026 starting at 10:00 a.m.

The body will be removed from Umash Funeral Home on Saturday January 24th 2026 at 7:00 a.m for a funeral ceremony at Kariokor Crematorium.

Rest well our Prince and Angel until we meet again!

We regret to announce the death of Mama Joyce Atieno Seje.

She was wife of Mwalimu Peter Akumu Seje of Ugenya Kagonya.

Daughter of the late Mzee Ishmael Owiro Akoko and the late Mama Rosa Orwa Owiro of Ranjira Village Awendo, Migori County.

Daughter in law of the late Mzee Nicanor Oyugi and the late Mama Leah Oyugi of Alego Seje.

Mother of the late Judy Seje, Nixon Seje, Lydia Seje, Felix Seje, CPA Evance Seje and SC Seje.

Sister of the late Rodah, late Josiah, late Jane, late Aphia, late Penesa, Benard Owiro, late Robert Otieno, late Mica Guche, late James Ochieng, late Kennedy, Teresa Olwal, the late Gladys, Maren Olwal, Lizzy Bob, Zilper, late Meshack Owiro, Hon. Johnson Owiro, Jeremiah Owiro, Amos Owiro, Joshua Abade OWiro, John Owiro, Joseph Owiti, late Chief Elijah Owiro, Rael, Malath, Rebecca, Dorice, Teresa Amadi, Rosy, Peninah, Ruth and Isabella.

Sister-in-law of the late Naboth, the late Naaman, late Abisalom, late Alfred, Chief Habil Oyugi, John Oduor among others. Mother-in-law of CPA Maureen Junge – Seje, Gordon Ombae, Esther Odhiambo, Phionner Nyanjong’ and Christine Bwana.

Loving aunt of Benard Ogalo’s, josiah’s,Were’s, Guche’s, Olwal’s, Ochieng’s,Abade’s and many more. She’s left 15 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

The cortege leaves Rosewood Rongo on Thursday 22nd January, 2026. The burial will take place on Friday 23rd January 2026 at her home in Orembe Village, Konyango Sub location Ndhiwa Sub County Homabay County.

We loved min Judy but God loved her more.

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, wife, grandmother, sister, and aunt, MARY KATUMBI MUTUKU MUTHIANI, which occurred on 15th January 2026 after a short illness.

She was the loving wife of Mr. Jonathan Mutuku Muthiani, mother of Jacqueline Mbithe, Janet Katungwa, Benson Kilelo, and Ronald Mutiso and a cherished grandmother to eleven grandchildren.

Mary was a retired teacher who faithfully served at Kyamuoso Primary School and Kyakathungu Primary School under the Teachers Service Commission (TSC). After retirement, she was the proprietor of Arise to Excel Academy. She was a devoted Christian and an active member of AIC ltaa,AIC Mariru Park, and the Women’s Guild (Ushirika).

The memorial service will be held at AlC Kasarani, Nairobi, on Thursday, 22nd January 2026, starting at 2:00 pm. The burial will take place on Friday, 23rd January 2026, at her rural home in ltaa Village, Ndolo Location, Ilima Division, Kilungu Sub-County, Makueni County.

Family and friends are meeting at her residence in Mariru Park Estate, Mwiki, Bluesprings Hotel along Thika Road, Nairobi, and at her rural home in Itaa Village.

May her soul rest in eternal peace.

1.1/1979 to 12.01.2026

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on to glory of Mr. Kenneth Kibet Kimetto (NTSA) of Kapchereren Village, Kaptoboiti Location, Belgut, Kericho County. He went to be with the Lord on 12 January 2026 at Siloam Hospital after a short illness.

He was a son of the late David Soi and the late Ann Soi. Father of Emmanuel Kipchumba and Mark Kiplimo/ Brother of Eric (TSC), Judith (cEcrl Kericho County), Edna (TSC), Margaret (TSC), the late Wesley, Edwin (TSC), Charles, Beatrice (TSC) and Beryl (TSC).

Brother in law of Linner, Job Chirchir (WASP EB), Joseph Kosget, the late Augustin Mutai, Eunice, Gloria and Godfrey (Coop Bank). He was uncle to many.

Family and friends are meeting daily at Kapchereren Village for prayers and funeral arrangements.

There will be a funds drive on Wednesday, 21st January 2026 at the home grounds.

The cortege leaves Lazarus Funeral Home on Friday, 23rd January 2026 for a night vigil at the home. The Funeral and burial service will take place on Saturday, 24th January 2026, at Kapchereren Village, Kaptoboiti Sub-location, Kaptoboiti Location, Kericho County.

ROMANS 14:8 “For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord’s”.

Fare Thee well Bro.