- Veteran journalist Mbotela is buried in Lang'ata cemetery with family and friends
- Pictures of the funeral have emerged online, drawing a picture of sad
- Kenyans comforted the family of the late Mbotela and assured them that he was in a better place
Veteran journalist Mbotela is buried in Lang'ata cemetery.
Source: UGC
Where was Mbotela buried?
Media reports emerged on February 9, indicating that Mbotela, who passed away two days before the age of 85, will be buried at Lang'ata cemetery.
This was the opposite of the veteran journalist wanted. The reporter said he would want to be placed in a museum so that tourists from different parts of the world can see and read his history.
His family and friends, after performing a mass at the All Saints Cathedral Church on Friday, February 14, buried him today.
Alice Mwakali, her widow, wore a black dress and was found to be leaning around the grave before giving her last respects.
He was seen in the thoughts as he looked at the grave of his late fellow. Esther Passaris comforted her.
The video of his white box being dropped to the ground was also shared.
What message did Mbotela's wife have?
Mwakali revealed that he and the late journalist met in 1965 while working as Kedia.
He said that the veteran journalist treated him good when he started dating, and he was his secret and friend.
The two were given three children and grandchildren. Mbotela's wife confirmed that her husband loved her family.
“I met my husband Leonard in 1965 working as a CBD. Mine loved his family and his children but he was a man who did not like conflict at all and although he was a prominent person, he protected our family from fame, ” He wrote.
One of her biggest regrets was the serious illness that took her loved one from her.
“In 1982 when a coup attempt happened in Kenya, I remember I opened the door when the rebels knocked, everything was done so fast and at some point, I thought he was dead in violence. Happy to love people. Mwakali added.
What is the last request of Mbotela's grandson?
In another news, Mbotela's grandson shared with the mourners of the late journalist for football.
His grandson remembered precious times arguing about football, and the most important lessons he taught them.
He revealed that his late grandfather was a follower of Arsenal.
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