Emmanuel Otieno, known as Jadudi, succumbed to brain cancer at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital in Kisumu County on Monday night after a 10-year medical struggle.
The 26-year-old University of Nairobi alumnus from Dudi Village, Homa Bay County, was admitted in October 2018 following a diagnosis that traced back to 2012. His mother, Leonora Adhiambo Ouma, confirmed his death occurred at 9:30 PM.
After three unsuccessful surgeries, Jadudi sought assistance from the Africa Cancer Foundation. His story gained national attention when writer Jackson Biko initiated an online fundraising campaign that exceeded its Sh1 million goal by raising Sh6.4 million in 48 hours.
Public donations continued to support his treatment throughout his hospitalization, reflecting widespread community solidarity during his prolonged illness.
