{"id":3001,"date":"2025-03-27T23:32:07","date_gmt":"2025-03-27T23:32:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sanggraloka.com\/viral-this-week-veteran-journalists-family-seeks-help-to-raise-ksh-5m-for-crucial-surgery\/"},"modified":"2025-03-27T23:32:07","modified_gmt":"2025-03-27T23:32:07","slug":"viral-this-week-veteran-journalists-family-seeks-help-to-raise-ksh-5m-for-crucial-surgery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sanggraloka.com\/id\/viral-this-week-veteran-journalists-family-seeks-help-to-raise-ksh-5m-for-crucial-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"Viral This Week: Veteran Journalist&#8217;s Family Seeks Help to Raise KSh 5M for Crucial Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul>\n<li>\n<strong><br \/>\n   Sophie Ikenye is an experienced journalist with a background in both domestic and global media outlets like NTV and the BBC.<br \/>\n  <\/strong>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong><br \/>\n   Throughout her career as an experienced journalist, Ikenye has interviewed prominent figures who have shed light on the challenges facing Africa.<br \/>\n  <\/strong>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<strong><br \/>\n   Kenyan people empathized with the journalist and expressed their wishes for a swift recovery as she proceeds with her medical treatments.<br \/>\n  <\/strong>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n During the final week of March, Kenyans experienced varied outcomes, with numerous individuals speaking up against outdated cultural traditions during this period.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n Here are the top-series of this week:\n<\/p>\n<h2>\n 1. The family of renowned journalist Sophie Ikenye seeks assistance to gather KSh 5 million for her surgical procedure.<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n Kenians were taken aback upon discovering that experienced writer Sophie Ikenye has been unwell for the past eight months.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n Even though the family has been diligent about covering her medical expenses, they have reached a challenging point where they must seek assistance.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n The family states that they must raise KSh 5 million to cover her immediate surgery costs and continued medical care.\n<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-document-id=\"cms\/api\/amp\/image\/AA1BObsU\" data-reference=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net\/tenant\/amp\/entityid\/AA1BObsU.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<h2>\n 2. Nyamira: A new video reveals a woman was abducted from a tea plantation and compelled to toss dirt onto her husband&#8217;s burial site.<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n During the week, Mellen Mogaka gained attention for standing up for her right not to toss dirt into the grave of her former spouse as part of a funeral custom.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n In a scene, the woman fought hard against visiting the gravesite; a man roughly pulled her as others assaulted her.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n A few witnesses asked the men to let her be left alone, whereas some agreed with their actions; however, those who approved ultimately prevailed, leaving the young mother helpless.\n<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-document-id=\"cms\/api\/amp\/image\/AA1BAdsp\" data-reference=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net\/tenant\/amp\/entityid\/AA1BAdsp.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<h2>\n 3. A man from Uasin Gishu who studied alongside William Ruto shared a letter he penned to him in 1983 titled &#8220;Namesake.&#8221;<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n Francis Samoei of Uasin Gishu County remained optimistic about his chance to reconnect with his former classmate, President William Samoei Ruto.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n Samoei shared some cherished recollections from their time together at Wareng High School with young Ruto back in 1983.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n One of the cherished items he holds onto is a personally penned success letter from the president addressed to him during that period.\n<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-document-id=\"cms\/api\/amp\/image\/AA1BOiNs\" data-reference=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net\/tenant\/amp\/entityid\/AA1BOiNs.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<h2>\n 4. Emmy Kosgey&#8217;s spouse shares his continued involvement in Freemasonry after becoming born again: &#8220;For success.&#8221;<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n Famous gospel artist Emmy Kosgei and her spouse Apostle Anselm Madubuko have arrived in Kenya, where he spoke openly about his membership in Freemasonry.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n Madubuko became part of Freemasonry when he was 21 years old during his time at university, primarily seeking influence and security.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n The preacher said he remained part of the secret society even after experiencing rebirth.\n<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-document-id=\"cms\/api\/amp\/image\/AA1BO4aB\" data-reference=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net\/tenant\/amp\/entityid\/AA1BO4aB.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<h2>\n 5. Nick Mudimba: The last days of the celebrated journalist who died following a sudden collapse<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n Acclaimed reporter Nick Mudimba passed away after falling ill at his residence in Syokimau, within Machakos County.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n It is said that the CGTN Africa correspondent had been unwell and receiving medical care prior to his unexpected passing. Just before his untimely death, Muidmba had encouraged Kenyans to tune in for the Harambee Stars game versus Gabon.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n His passing stunned many within the media community, and his coworkers honored him with heartfelt praises.\n<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-document-id=\"cms\/api\/amp\/image\/AA1BO6My\" data-reference=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net\/tenant\/amp\/entityid\/AA1BO6My.jpg\"\/><\/p>\n<h2>\n This week\u2019s viral story: A Kenyan man residing in the US passes away in a heartbreaking traffic incident during his visit with relatives in Kisii<br \/>\n<\/h2>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n During the third week of March, the untimely demise of Bernard Makabe following an incident right after his arrival from the United States stunned numerous individuals.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n During the same week, people in Kenya anxiously awaited to see if the government would intervene to save Margaret Nduta from being executed in Vietnam.\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"align-left\">\n Cyrus Jirongo, once a prominent member of KANU, tragically lost his daughter, Lorraine Jelagat. 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