Kenya Bitter Truth

The memorial service for Mzee Simeon Nyachae was held at the Nairobi Central SDA Church on February 11, 2021. Residents from Nyanturago in Kisii County on Thursday staged a demonstration against decision to move Mzee Simeon Nyachae’s funeral venue. Also Read: Former Cabinet Minister Simeon Nyachae dies at 88 According to them, moving the venue from Musa Nyandusi stadium to Gusii stadium amounts to disrespect of their culture since Nyachae’s will indicated where the official ceremony should be held. The angry residents who thronged the stadium were astonished to see organizers demolish tents already erected for the Monday, February 15 send off. According to them, local hotels and shops were already stocked in readiness to receive visitors across the country. Musa Nyandusi Stadium is considered a cultural venue for most Gusii cultural and political activities. Also Read: 1. Leaders mourn former minister Simeon Nyachae 2. Former Cabinet Minister Simeon Nyachae dies at 88 3. Maziko ya mke ...