Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani's Father, Mzee Mohamed Achani, Dies at 74

Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani lost her father, Mzee Mohamed Achani, on Monday morning. He died at his rural home in Bodo Village, Msambweni Sub-County, at age 74.

Reports say he developed complications while he prayed the Fajr prayers at dawn. Muslims observe the Fajr prayers early in the morning, before the sun rises.

Mzee Achani had reportedly gone in and out of hospital for some time. The family has not yet shared any details about the nature of his illness.

Burial Plans

The family will bury him on Monday at 4:00 p.m. at his Bodo Village home. Governor Achani will join relatives and friends to mourn him before the afternoon burial.

President William Ruto led leaders who sent messages of comfort to the governor. He offered condolences to her, her family, and the people of Kwale County.

Ruto said his prayers are with them during this painful time of loss. He closed his message by wishing Mzee Achani rest in peace after his passing.