- Joseph Simiyu, a nurse at Chandaria Health Centre, was among the 11 people who lost their lives in a fatal accident along the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway
- His death has left his family, friends, colleagues, and the nursing community heartbroken as they remember his great contribution to the health sector.
- KNUNM and KNUMLO mourned the deceased nurse through a touching message shared on social media, pledging to stand with her family in this time of mourning
The nursing community, as well as the friends of the late Joseph Simiyu, are filled with grief following his sudden death.
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Simiyu was among the 11 passengers who lost their lives in the accident that happened in Kariandusi, Gilgil, along the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway on April 3.
The tragedy happened when three of the 14 people he was traveling in collided with a truck that was moving slowly after experiencing a technical fault.
How did the nurses union mourn Joseph Simiyu?
The Kenya National Union of Nurses and Midwives (KNUNM), through a message shared on their social media platforms, offered their deepest condolences to Simiyu’s family and friends.
KNUNM pledged to stand by Simiyu’s family during this difficult time, describing him as someone who had a passion for health and well-being.
“The Nursing Association mourns the loss of Nurse Joseph Simiyu, who died following the Kariandusi accident. Nairobi County has lost a healthcare hero and an important voice for nurses’ rights. To our colleagues at Chandaria Health Center and Joseph’s family, we are with you in this difficult time. Joseph’s passion for health and well-being was an inspiration to us all. Rest in peace, Joseph. Your contribution to the nursing profession will not be forgotten never,” says the message.
KNUMLO mourns the nurse who was killed in the Kariandusi accident
The Kenya National Association of Medical Laboratory Officers (KNUMLO), through Dennis Owuor, the Nairobi branch secretary, also mourned the death of the dedicated health worker.
Owuor described Simiyu as a dedicated professional, whose passion for patient care and advocacy for the welfare of nurses left a lasting impact in Nairobi County and beyond.
He noted that his service, compassion, and unwavering commitment to health and wellness will continue to inspire many even after his death.
“To our colleagues at the Chandaria Health Center and the entire KNUNM Nairobi branch, please know that we are with you in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult period. As an association, we are with you in solidarity and we share your grief. May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may his legacy live on through the life he touched,” he said.
Joseph Simiyu’s wife mourns his death
In a related news, TUKO.co.ke reported that Nancy Barongo appeared very thoughtful during an interview following the death of her husband, Joseph Simiyu.
Barongo remembered their last conversation with emotion while shedding tears and sadness.
He said he was waiting for a call from her as soon as he arrived, but it was never received.
“He told me he was about to arrive in Naivasha. Later, I sent him a message on WhatsApp, but he did not respond; there was only one gray tick. By 11:55 in the evening, there was still no contact. I knew that if he had said he was close to Naivasha earlier, he would have already arrived. When I called him, he did not answer, and when I sent him another message, there was still no response,” said Nancy Barongo.
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