Janet Wanja was buried, her funeral left many in tears in the Lang'ata cemetery

• Former Malkia Strikers player Janet Wanja was finally laid to rest on Friday, January 3
• The volleyball player's family and friends fell apart when he was buried in the Lang'ata cemetery in Nairobi county
• Wanja was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma just four months after being diagnosed with the disease

Volleyball star Janet Wanja is buried in Lang'ata cemetery.

What type of cancer did Janet Wanja die of?

The 40-year-old volleyball player died of a gallbladder attack on December 26, 2025, four months after being diagnosed with the cancer, also known as adenocarcinoma.

Wanja's Requiem Mass was held on Thursday, January 2, at the Moi International Sports Hall, Kasarani Indoor Arena.

Family and friends praised Wanja as funny, kind, hardworking and loving.

His mother, Serah Mungai, described him as a unique child who blended seamlessly with people from different walks of life.

Wanja's body was buried at the Lang'ata cemetery in Nairobi in a private ceremony attended by family and a few friends.

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Kenyans took to social media to say goodbye to Wanja for the last time after the burial, and their message is as follows:

@EllikinsL69344 said:

“Goodbye, Wanja 🌹🕊️ until we meet again.”

Jackson Onyango wrote:

“May he rest in peace.”

Grace Kwamboka wrote:

“Rest easy beautiful 😢.“

Jimmy Maithya said:

“RIP, Wanja and condolences to the whole family.”

Mary Stacey said:

“It's very sad. Go well Wanja 😪.“

Eileen Sam said:

“Go right Wanja.”

Millicent Auma said:

“It's so sad. He's too young to die.”

Fredrick Karanja said:

“Fare well Wanja…Will miss you.”

Wanja's close male friend praised him?

Dr. James Ondiege wrote a touching eulogy, talking about their relationship, recalling the highs and lows.

Ondiege, the national rugby team doctor, who was close to Wanja, in his tribute, described him as “the girl who made my world go round”

Information about the death of Janet Wanja

• Janet Wanja's brother, Kevin Kimani, a famous veteran footballer, wrote a touching message to her, admitting that he was very sad.
• Wanja's friend and former colleague, Jane Wacu, was saddened by his loss.
• Wanja's brother, a former Malkia Strikers player who passed away, was very grateful to Kenya Pipeline for supporting them.
• Wanja's two brothers broke down as they read his tribute, bringing mourners to tears.

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