Zipporah Rachel Wambaya (Zippy)

1978 – 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Zipporah Rachel Wambaya (Zippy), which occurred on Friday 23rd January 2026 at Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi.

Zippy was the beloved wife of Victor Rapando. Dotting mother of Victor Rapando Jnr of Strathmore University, Shawn Rapando of Sunshine School and Wallace Rapando of Kilimani Junior School.

Zippy was the daughter of Mr. Joshua Wambaya and Mama Bernadette Wambaya of Kipsaina Village, Kaplamai, Cherangany Constituency.

She was the daughter in-law of Mama Everlyne Rapando and the late Mr. Joseph Rapando of Bubere Village, Mumias East, Kakamega County.

She was the sister of Dickson, Noel, Elvis, Bryan & Dennis Wambaya. She was a doting niece, cousin and aunty to many.

Friends and family are meeting daily at the family residence in Southlands Estate Langata.

The cortege leaves Montezuma Funeral Home, Nairobi on Thursday 29th January 2026 for Mumias. Burial is scheduled for 31st January 2026 at Ebubere Village, Mumias East Constituency, Kakamega County.

Rest in peace Zippy. You shall forever remain Loved.