A Kenyan family in Siaya is mourning the death of its kin, John Okoth, who died in Tanzania on October 29 during post-election unrest.
Speaking to the media on November 4, his sister, Celestine Ogutu, recalled their last conversation, which took place on September 22, when he reached out to wish her a happy birthday.
“I told him that I’m growing old and heading to the grave. You are the one taking over now,” Celestine recounted.
“He laughed and sent me so much love and blessings.”
She described him as a humble, loving man who respected his elders and often avoided conflict.
“He never argued with adults. Even when we disagreed, he would say, ‘You are older than me; I can’t argue with you,’ and simply walk away,” she said.
According to Celestine, his brother died in Ubungo District in Dar es Salaam, and his body was taken to the Mwananyamala Mortuary.
The family is now appealing to the Kenyan government for assistance.
Human rights activist Hussein Khalid had confirmed on Sunday, November 2, that Ogutu was shot in Ubungo, Dar es Salaam.
“We are receiving reports that there are Kenyans who have been killed in Tanzania,” Hussein Khalid said.
“Below is one of them: Name: John Okoth Ogutu. When shot and killed: 29th October 2025. Place of shooting: Ubungo, Dar es Salaam.Body at: Mwananyamala Morgue.”
He added that John was working as a teacher at Sky Schools.
