This archive report was first published on 14 May 2020.
Mama Loise Wamaitha Kibuka, mother of Dr. Dan Gikonyo, the founder of Karen Hospital, was laid to rest in her hometown of Tetu, Nyeri county, on a somber day.
According to a video shared online, the funeral service was held in her home in Ihithe, a testament to the love and respect she commanded from her community.
Dr. Dan Gikonyo's mother was remembered for her kindness and generosity, qualities that have been passed down to her son, who has built a reputation as a compassionate and skilled medical professional.
The video, which has been viewed by many, captures the emotional moments as family and friends bid farewell to the late matriarch.