This archive report was first published on 19 July 2020.
Charles Bukeko, the renowned TV actor and self-proclaimed AFC Leopards super fan, has left a lasting legacy in the hearts of Kenyans. He passed away on July 18, 2020, at Karen Hospital, where he had been receiving treatment.
His untimely death sent shockwaves across the nation, with many paying tribute to the beloved actor. AFC Leopards, in a statement, expressed their sadness and condolences to his family and friends.
"We are sad to learn about the sudden death of our super fan and member Charles Bukeko," the statement read.
Other Kenyan Premier League clubs and fans also paid their respects, with many sharing messages of condolence on social media.
Former AFC Leopards patron and Amani National Congress leader Musalia Mudavadi conveyed a message of condolence to the family of the veteran TV actor.
"My sincere condolences to the family of Charles Bukeko popularly known as Papa Shirandula upon his passing on today morning at Karen Hospital. May his soul rest in peace," Mudavadi wrote on his Twitter.
Similarly, Sports Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohamed expressed her condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.
"I have learnt with profound shock the passing on of Charles Bukeko aka Papa Shirandula. On my behalf, my family and the entire staff of Ministry of Sports, Culture and Heritage, I wish to convey our condolences to his family, friends and colleagues," she tweeted.
Even Harambee Stars striker Michael Olunga paid tribute to Shirandula, with a heartfelt message.
