This archive report was first published on 30 July 2019.
On July 30, 2019, the news of Joyce Laboso's passing sent shockwaves through the community. The devoted public servant had been fighting a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
According to sources, Laboso had been battling the disease since 1991, a staggering 28 years. Her family and loved ones had kept her illness a closely guarded secret, only revealing the truth after her passing.
Laboso's husband, Edwin Abonyo, spoke about his wife's bravery, saying, 'As it has been mentioned, She has actually suffered for a long time but we kept it under wraps because she did not want it to deter her duty and all the things she has been working on.' He urged everyone to be strong for Laboso during this difficult time.
Laboso leaves behind a husband and three children, a legacy of her unwavering dedication to her family and community.
