Friends and family have been thrown into mourning following the death of Nakuru businessman and fashion designer Daniel Kinyanjui, alias Kinya. Nakuru businessman and fashion designer Daniel Kinyanjui killed in road accident. News of his sudden passing was announced on Facebook by Nakuru City, where he was mourned as an energetic and intelligent entrepreneur. “We have lost a young man. He had one of the best designer shops in Nakuru, Prime Plaza. Rest in peace, Kinya,” read part of the post. What happened to Kinya? Kinya was reportedly involved in an accident on Sunday, 9 February, at Kiondo, along the Nakuru-Nairobi Highway near Shemeji.
Preliminary reports indicate that the young man was speeding before he hit a truck from behind, leading to the fatal crash. He succumbed to his injuries, leaving friends, clients, and family deeply pained by his demise. Social media users mourn Nakuru businessman Hezwag Waititu: “Sad! And kindly, youth, regulate your speed on the highway.” Roc Willie Starr Shine: “Our all-time best plug in town. We have lost a brother, a friend, and the most humble guy ever! May the light guide your way, Kinya.” Liz Wambui: “So sad. Condolences to the family. Last week, I lost a friend in an accident. It’s not easy—I can’t stop crying watching her kids ask, ‘Where is mummy?'” Julie Awange: “Heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.” Joyce Keishy: “People are calling me to tell me to thank God for surviving an accident. Life can change in the blink of an eye.” John Unique: “This happened outside my place near Kiondo at 6:10 am. That guy died painfully, as he was speeding.” Adoor Kuir Machok:
“Keep resting, bro. My condolences to the entire family and friends. We lost a hero and a designer as well. You’ll be forever in our hearts, brother King Daniel (DK). RIP, bloody.” Sicony Chol: “My heartfelt condolences to the family of Kinya, a friend I have known for so many years in business.” Amach Awai Kongor: “This is unbelievable. I can’t imagine Kinya is gone. Rest with the angels, champ.” Nyibola Ajang Thonwut: “Heartfelt condolences to the entire family. It’s a great loss to Nakuru City.” Senior Kelvin: “It’s the most painful loss of the year. A very good and humble friend—rest easy, Kinya.”
by Lynn-Linzer Kibebe
