- Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) fraternity is mourning one of their own
- The deceased’s friend and former schoolmate confirmed the news, sharing a throwback post as he mourned him
- The death of the Busia man left social media users in shock and pain as they penned moving message
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A family in Busia county has been thrown into mourning following the death of a loved one.
Source: Facebook
Cleophas Oyiera Magina sadly passed away, leaving his relatives, friends, and university comrades in deep sorrow.
The promising young man reportedly met his untimely death on Thursday, November 6, as confirmed by people close to him.
Which course was Magina pursuing?
He was a fourth-year student at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST), pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce degree.
“It’s a dark Thursday again! One of our students in the School of Business has passed away. On behalf of the Namalo and Nyambare community, we join in mourning our brother, Cleophas Oyiera Magina, my schoolmate, friend, and relative. RIP,” wrote Mheshimiwa GK.
He did not share the cause of Magina’s death but posted throwback screenshots of their conversations on Facebook.
In one of the shared screenshots, Mheshimiwa had asked his online followers to tag their childhood friends and share fond memories with them.
Magina responds to friend on Facebook
“I remember Joy Atetwa, who was the class monitor, and I was the prefect from Class One to Four. Magina was my competitor, when he was number one, I was number two,” read a post dated May 23, 2024.
Magina replied in the comment section, reminiscing about their childhood days.
“So you remember? Old golden days. When it came to leadership, you mistreated us, especially me, an introvert,” he joked.
The last time Magina updated his Facebook account was on Thursday, September 18, when he shared a photo.
Magina’s last WhatsApp chat with friend
He was with friends at an eatery, enjoying pizza and soft drinks as they caught up and had fun.
They sat around a table with two large pizzas and several slices, while other customers could be seen in the background enjoying their meals.
A netizen also shared Magina’s last WhatsApp conversation with a friend that touched on school and his health.
The friend had asked him if he had registered for the Social Health Authority (SHA) as they worked on other details. Sadly, by the time the message was sent, Magina had already passed away.
Netizens mourn Magina
Magina’s sudden death moved many who knew him to share emotional tributes on social media.
Mwanafalsafa SSammy:
“As a school, we are deeply saddened by this profound loss. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and loved ones during this difficult time. May his soul find eternal peace, and may those he left behind be comforted by cherished memories and the lasting impact of his life.”
Bentta Weloba:
“Oh God, protect our children from premature death in Jesus’ name. Amen. May God comfort you all through this in Jesus’ name. Amen.”
Maìve Whiley:
“No, I can’t take it… hadi nimempigia.”
Source: Facebook
Kibabii University student dies days to birthday
In another heartbreaking story, a Kibabii University student passed away just 59 days before her birthday.
Charity Mutambuki died while receiving treatment, leaving her family, friends, and classmates devastated.
She passed away on Sunday, November 2, as social media users penned emotional messages following her demise.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
