The Kinyua family in Nairobi is mourning the death of their son Peter Wainaina Kinyua.
Peter had recently moved to Birmingham, United Kingdom, in search of better opportunities, but his life was tragically cut short after just three months abroad. The devastating news reached the family on a Monday morning when Peter’s elder brother, Joseph Karanja Kinyua, received a call around 9 am from Peter’s roommate in the UK, informing him of his brother’s passing. Shortly after, Lucy Wanjiku Kinyua, Peter’s mother, learned of her son’s death from a neighbour who delivered the devastating message.
The family was initially told that a heart attack was the cause of death, though this remains unconfirmed. Kinyua family faces more challenges as they grapple with their grief. Investigations into Peter’s death are ongoing with a postmortem examination yet to be conducted to determine the precise cause. The family is also navigating complex logistical and financial hurdles to repatriate Peter’s body to Kenya. They are working to secure a visa for Peter’s sister who needs to sign crucial documents at the hospital.
Moreover, the family is confronted with a substantial financial burden, requiring approximately Sh 2.4 million to cover repatriation costs and outstanding hospital bills. In their time of need, the Kinyua family is appealing for financial assistance to help bring Peter’s body home. Those wishing to contribute can do so through Peter’s sister Josephine Kinyua using account number 0113717754. This tragic situation is not isolated. In Eldama Ravine Sub County, Baringo County, another family faces a similar plight.
Eunice Achieng, who had sought employment in Saudi Arabia, lost her life under unclear circumstances in October 2022. Her family is urgently seeking Sh 335,000 to repatriate her remains.
