Video of Kafengo Tapping KK Mwenyewe's Casket Before Being Lowered to Ground Moves Many
- Videos have emerged showing how comedian KK Mwenyewe's burial went down, which got so many emotional
- A viral clip captured his best friend Kafengo lost in thought moments after helping pallbearers lower the comedian's body into his grave
- Kafengo recently narrated how the comedian died, while beside him, as he brought to attention his illness issues
Kiambu: A video has emerged of comedian Zakaria Kariuki, alias KK Mwenyewe's best friend, Kafengo, saying goodbye to him at his burial.
Source: TikTok
KK was buried at his mother's home in Lari constituency with friends and celebrities travelling far and wide to give him a decent send-off.
His best friend has been part of his journey since he started having stomach issues back in 2020, and he revealed that he died beside him in the hospital.
How did Kafengo bid KK Mwenyewe goodbye?
In a video now trending on TikTok, Kafengo, dressed in all black, was captured helping the pallbearers lower KK's casket into the grave.
As the body was being lowered, Kafengo tapped the casket as a sign of saying goodbye to his buddy, leaving many feeling sorry for him.
He then squatted as he watched the body get to the ground before standing and holding onto the flower wreath.
Watch the video below:
Many social media users called on those around him to constantly check on him, especially now that the burial was over.
Here are some of the reactions from social media users:
@Davis said:
"The tapping. Praying for Kafengo."
@eric said,:
"No one feels the pain of Kafengo."
@baby Nancy said:
"The tap on the casket got me down. KK, you did Kafengo wrong bana."
@Little doll said:
"That is a sign that we shall never see him again."
@chegewanuni said:
"To the end, Kafengo remained an honest and genuine friend. I wish to have one in God's name."
@dushy Mwenyewe said:
"So sad, rest in peace, Mr KK and to the family, Kafengo and his colleagues, please take heart. My heartfelt condolences."
@cera said:
"This is the saddest part."
@luciah said:
"What is life manze. Hapa nayo alitushika koo manze."
@Kerry said:
"Someone check on Kafengo, it's heartbreaking losing such a close friend."
Source: Facebook
What did Kafengo say at KK's burial?
Kafengo was among the people who had a chance to address mourners, and when he stood to speak, he could not articulate the words.
He noted that he had no words to say, leaving mourners sympathising with him for losing his closest friend.
Videos left many sending words of comfort to him and encouraged him to be strong as he braces life without KK.
Did KK Mwenyewe's girlfriend attend his burial?
Little-known Pauline, KK's girlfriend, made her first public appearance during his memorial event, held at the Blue Springs Hotel on Monday, July 21.
During the comedian's burial on Wednesday, July 23, Pauline was among the hundreds of mourners who showed up.
Pauline wore pitch-black trousers, a white t-shirt, and a black jacket to the event. The heartbroken lass painfully mourned KK. She paid a glowing tribute to her boyfriend, describing him as a loving and kind friend.
Pauline struggled to speak, and when she had just started talking about their relationship, she was overwhelmed by emotions and broke down. She was escorted back to her seat, and she wiped her tears.
During the burial, several family members and friends, including Pauline, threw soil in KK Mwenyewe's grave.
After throwing the soil, the heartbroken lady couldn't hold her tears. A friend supported Pauline at the gravesite as she comforted her
What did KK's sister say at his burial?
Elsewhere, KK's sister broke down as she narrated how she was going to miss her brother, who was one of her close friends.
She noted that KK taught them how to be fearlessly creative and lamented about losing her mentor.
The heartbroken little girl also vowed to continue with his mission to keep his brother's memories alive in her.
Her speech made many feel sorry for her as one of the ladies who was standing behind her tapped her on the back.
Caren Nyota, HoD Entertainment, added: Did KK Mwenyewe's girlfriend attend his burial?
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