This archive report was first published on 8 July 2020.
Kenya has recorded a total of 8,250 cases, 2,504 recoveries, and 167 deaths since the first case was reported in March.
Renowned city pastor Robert Burale is currently battling for his life at the Nairobi Hospital after testing positive for Covid-19.
Despite his dire situation, Burale has chosen to use his experience to spread awareness about the severity of the virus, urging Kenyans to stay safe and not take Covid-19 lightly.
'I beg you don’t get to a place that you have to buy oxygen. my oxygen levels are getting better. Guys please stay safe God bless you. pray for one another. let this be a lesson to Kenyans who are just playing around and making fun,' Burale said while in a hospital bed struggling to breathe.
He further advised those trooping to the villages after the president announced the cessation of movement in Nairobi, Mombasa, and Mandera to be very careful not to infect the old folks.
'If you’re not careful you’ll take these things to your old parents and you’ll put them at risk so guys stay safe. wacha mimi nipambane na hali yangu but one day I will give the testimony. Nimesema ya kutosha. Mbarikiwe.'
Many Kenyans have been touched by Burale’s speech and are sending prayers and words of encouragement his way.
