Editor's Review

The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) is mourning the death of Francis Odhiambo Owino, a mortuary attendant killed in a mob attack.

The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) is mourning the death of Francis Odhiambo Owino, a mortuary attendant who was killed after being attacked by a mob.

In a statement on Monday, October 5, the hospital said Owino was a member of its Farewell Home team and died suddenly following the attack.

"The Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) is mourning Mr. Francis Odhiambo Owino, a member of its Farewell Home team who died suddenly after he was attacked by a mob," the statement read.

According to the hospital, Owino had worked at the hospital's Farewell Home for nearly five years, where he was known for his dedication and professionalism.

"Colleagues described Mr. Owino as a hardworking and committed professional with an exceptional work ethic. A graduate of Mortuary Science from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, he had served at the Farewell Home for nearly five years and earned the respect of his supervisors and colleagues," the statement added.

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File image of Francis Owino

The hospital said Owino had also developed strong relationships with colleagues and other people around him, who remembered him for his personal qualities.

"He was also remembered for his warmth, generosity and the strong relationships he built with those around him. Colleagues who expected him to report for his Sunday night shift were devastated to learn of his death," the statement concluded.

This comes weeks after Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti mourned the death of Winfred Nzuki, the Chief Executive Officer of Machakos County Referral Hospital, who passed away following a short illness.

In a statement on Thursday, September 10, Ndeti described Nzuki as a dedicated public servant whose leadership and commitment had contributed significantly to the county’s health sector.

"It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that I announce the passing on of Madam Winfred Nzuki, the Chief Executive Officer of Machakos County Referral Hospital, following a short illness," she wrote.

Ndeti said Nzuki’s service had made a significant impact on healthcare delivery in Machakos County, noting her commitment to serving residents.

"Madam Winfred was a dedicated public servant whose commitment, leadership and service to the people of Machakos County made a significant impact on our health sector," she added.

Ndeti further praised Nzuki for her professionalism and dedication during her tenure as the head of the county referral facility.

"During her tenure, she served with professionalism, compassion and unwavering dedication to improving the quality of healthcare services in our premiere health facility. 

"Her passing is a great loss to the Country, the County Government of Machakos, the Department of Health, her colleagues, friends, and, most importantly, her family and loved ones," she further said.