- A 19-year-old girl, identified as Elizabeth Rukia Jumaa, passed away just days before her KCSE exams
- The news of her demise was announced on social media, sparking an outpouring of grief from friends, schoolmates, and villagers
- The young lady was set and ready to sit for the KCSE, which was set to officially begin in November
A family in Sokoke, Kilifi county, has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of their 19-year-old daughter.
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Elizabeth Rukia Jumaa, a Form Four student at Bale Secondary School, was eagerly awaiting to sit for the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
The devastating news of her death was announced by the family on social media, sparking an outpouring of grief and condolences.
How did Elizabeth Rukia Die?
Rukia reportedly collapsed at home one night after complaining of a headache, and despite her family not having reported any prior illness, her sudden passing left them in shock.
Her body was moved to a mortuary in Kilifi, as her relatives began preparing for her burial.
She was laid to rest on 25th October in her village in Sokoke, with schoolmates, friends, and villagers gathered to bid her farewell and offer comfort to the family.
“I had already started wishing you success in your exams, but now we are all forced to say rest in peace,” shared one of her relatives.
Netizens mourn Kilifi Form 4 girl
Relatives and netizens shared heartfelt condolences, with many expressing how painful it was to see her dreams and future cut short.
Sabina John:
“Pole sana, Mungu awape nguvu katika kipindi hiki. Wanao maliza watoto wadogo kuzuia ndoto zao, chuma chao ki motoni.”
Tracy Ivan:
“The most painful moment. Very emotional. My brother could’ve been in Form 4 this year. But who is death? It’s cruel. RIP Rukia and my brother too. Continue to rest easy.”
Baraka Mathias:
“I was at the mortuary when they brought out the body. It was inhumane. RIP Eliza.”
Elizabeth Kiswili:
“Ngai, poleni sana familia. May the young soul rest in peace. Classmate wa kijana wangu, masikini.”
Maximilien Mramba:
“Poleni sana jamii ya Bale Sec. Sote tunaomboleza pamoja. Tukuwe pole sote, tumempenda, na Mungu akampenda zaidi. Shine on your way, bby girl. In our hearts, you remain. It is well.”
Aibul Islam:
“May her determination and spirit inspire others to pursue their dreams.”
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How did Kilifi Grade 8 girl die?
Previously, TUKO.co.ke reported that a Grade Eight pupil in Kilifi passed away a week after being punished by her teacher.
Anestine Dzidza Tunje was reportedly struck on the head by the teacher and later complained of severe headaches.
Following her death, a post-mortem examination revealed that she died as a result of internal bleeding caused by blunt force trauma to the head.
How did UoN student die?
TUKO.co.ke also reported that a first-year student at the University of Nairobi passed away following a tragic road accident.
Nicole Jemutai lost her life after being hit by a vehicle while attempting to cross the Thika Superhighway.
Her death left her family and friends in shock, and as news spread on social media, it sparked an outpouring of comfort and condolences.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
