Uhuru Kenyatta, William Ruto mourn popular TV actor

– Papa Shirandula developed breathing problem upon returning from Kakamega county on July 12

– He was rushed to Karen Hospital where doctors confirmed he had contracted global coronavirus but he opted for home-based care

– His condition deteriorated prompting his family to seek medical attention but died upon arrival at the hospital

– Both President Uhuru and DP Ruto said they received news of Papa Shirandula’s death with a lot of sadness

President Uhuru Kenyatta and his Deputy William Ruto have mourned Papa Shirandula who passed on earlier today.

The celebrated actor was confirmed dead upon arrival at the Karen Hospital on the morning of Saturday, July 18, after he tested positive for coronavirus.

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In their messages, UhuRuto said they received the news of the 58-year-old thespian with a lot of shock and so much sadness considering his huge role shaping the film industry.

In particular, Ruto described Shirandula born Charles Bukeko as a towering and talented whose electrifying stage performances will not go unnoticed.

“We are heartbroken by the passing of versatile television star Charles Bukeko ‘Papa Shirandula’. Bukeko was a towering, talented and skillful actor. His electrifying and distinctive performances will continue to enlighten and inspire many generations,” Ruto mourned.

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The deceased fell ill on July 13, a day after he travelled back to Nairobi from Kakamega county according to his brother-in-law Rowland Wanyama.

Wanyama said he sought medical attention at the hospital whereupon doctors confirmed he had contracted the virus, but, he requested to be allowed to self-isolate at home.

However, on July 18, his condition worsened forcing his family to rush him to the hospital but succumbed just before he got re-admitted.

“He tested positive of corona and he agreed with the doctors that he returns home and have home-based care until today when he developed breathing complications,” he stated.

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