The fire that claimed the life of Esther Ghati did not spare her husband, Fred Mokaya, who succumbed to severe burns days later in the hospital. Now, his grieving family is in disarray—unable to pay the KSh 570,000 hospital bill that stands between them and a proper burial. (turn0search0)
His brother, Geoffrey Mongare, expressed deep frustration: the family lacks funds, the children have not been told, and essential burial arrangements remain impossible. Mongare says their attempts to preserve dignity are hindered by financial strain. (turn0search0)
Further agonies emerged: Mokaya’s in-laws allegedly buried Esther in Sirare without involving his family. Mongare claims the hospital’s refusal to release Mokaya’s body without the outstanding bill adds to their torment. (turn0search0)
What started as a house tragedy has turned into a battle for dignity in death. The family is calling on kind-hearted Kenyans to help raise funds—not only for medical costs but also for mortuary, coffin, transport, and burial expenses.
