Kenyan Woman Dies After Arriving in Ireland

A police vehicle at a crime scene in Dublin, Ireland
A police vehicle at a crime scene in Dublin, Ireland
Photo
AFP

A Kenyan woman was reported dead on Tuesday, February 13, barely four days after flying to Dublin in Ireland from Kenya.

Reports indicate that the lady committed suicide following a disagreement with her partner over their relationship. However, her family has not addressed the cause of death.

Taking to online platforms on Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning, the deceased's friends expressed their shock after learning about her untimely death. They also condoled with the family urging Kenyans to pray for them to enable them to cope during this tough period.

"What is life? Go well my friend," one of her friends wrote.

Travellers receiving services at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
Travellers receiving services at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
Photo
Larry Madowo

Reportedly, the lady was undertaking further studies in Ireland and only travelled to Kenya to see family and friends.

On her social media pages, the lady who described herself as a digital content creator had shared photos of herself and friends at the airport when she travelled on February 9.

"As we get older, we get better at choosing to make us happy. We do better in choosing activities that make us happy," she wrote.

Meanwhile, a lady identifying as the deceased's sister confirmed the news informing the friends that the family was in mourning. She added, "Life is short, may she rest in peace".

Additionally, one of her friends responded to questions as to why the deceased's account was online. The friend explained that police officers were in possession of her phone as investigations continued.

Her friends described her as a beautiful, vibrant, promising young lady full of life. They also described her as a loving person.

The late digital content creator is among the numerous Kenyans who have died in the diaspora under unclear circumstances. 

On Wednesday, a police officer was found dead in a hotel room in the US during an official visit to the country.

On Sunday, another lady was reported dead in Australia after a tragic accident. The 21-year-old had been in the country for only a year where she was working. 

On the same day, another Kenyan died in the US also in a car accident. His car reportedly lost control and crashed into a tree in Mississippi.

A file photo of a head-on crash north west of Brisbane, Australia
A file photo of a head-on crash north west of Brisbane, Australia
Photo
Picture 7 News
  • . . . . . .