Sad Children Visiting The Grave Of Their Father Who Was Buried By The Samaritans After Drowning

• Moses Rengwara’s children were heartbroken after learning of their father’s death following a drowning accident
• It is said that Rengwara drowned while trying to cross the river to the farm, after slipping and being swept away by the strong flood current.
• Later, her children were seen at her grave, overwhelmed with grief and unable to come to terms with the sudden and heartbreaking loss.

A family has gone into mourning following the death of their loved one, who died by drowning while crossing a flooded river.

Moses Rengwara lost his life while trying to cross the flooded Muhenda River in the morning on his way to the farm. The strong current of water overpowered him and carried him away, leaving his family in deep sorrow.

The deceased was living alone in Muhenda Village, Kirosa District, Morogoro Region, and there were no close relatives present to handle his funeral immediately.

Councilor Ibrahim Magongo, who confirmed the sad incident, said the local authorities asked permission from the family before proceeding with funeral arrangements.

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When was Rengwara’s body found?

“On Friday, March 13, we had a major flood, and by the next day, five houses had been completely destroyed, while about 30 others remained unburnt. After rescue operations, we found out that one person had died as a result of the flood, known as Rengwara.

While crossing the river, he apparently slipped and fell into the water, which washed his body a short distance away. On Sunday, March 15, residents who were heading to the countryside discovered the body,” he said.

The villagers immediately informed the local leaders and elders, who arrived at the area to identify the body, which was badly damaged due to water.

Recognition was difficult due to his physical condition, but a woman known as Zuchu recognized him as someone who was actively participating in community activities.

The doctor examines Rengwara’s body

“After discovering the body, we tried to contact his close relatives and also gave information to the police. A doctor was sent to determine the cause of death and confirm whether it was drowning or another reason.

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A doctor examined the body and confirmed that death was caused by drowning. Later the brothers gave us permission to continue with the funeral. We dug a grave and buried the body,” Magongo added.

Rengwara’s children arrived a few days later to see where their father was buried. They were overwhelmed with grief, unable to accept the reality of the tragedy.

They lay on his grave, falling over it and refusing to be soothed with tears streaming down their faces.

Makueni County reports seven deaths

In another report, at least seven people died in Makueni county after being swept away by floodwaters following heavy rains.

The ongoing rains across the country have caused rivers to overflow, causing damage to homes and property.

The deaths occurred when residents were trying to cross seasonal rivers and streams whose water levels had risen rapidly.

Families are left to deal with the pain of losing their loved ones, while they continue to ask the government to intervene.

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