This archive report was first published on 27 October 2019.
On October 27, 2019, President Uhuru Kenyatta sent a message of condolence and encouragement to the family, relatives, and friends of the late Loice Anyango, wife to the late freedom fighter Achieng' Oneko.
Loice Anyango, 79, died at her home village of Kunya in Rarieda, Siaya County, where she was recuperating after being discharged from hospital.
President Kenyatta described the late Mama Loice Anyango as one of the few remaining icons of Kenya's freedom struggle.
He said her contribution to the freedom struggle and her community service over the years will always be remembered.
President Kenyatta wished the family of the late freedom fighter Achieng' Oneko comfort as they mourn their beloved matriarch and prayed to God to give them fortitude at this difficult moment.
“Mama Loice was one of the few remaining emblems of our country's freedom struggle. As a loving mother and as a senior citizen, Mama Anyango's philanthropic activities will forever be cherished by the people of Rarieda and indeed all Kenyans,” President Kenyatta eulogised.
