Jane Omusula: Influencer Mourns Nurse Who Died in Mwihoko Crash as Her Last Post Emerges
- Kenyans and the medical industry are mourning emergency flight nurse Jane Omusula, who died in the Mwihoko aircraft crash
- Omusula's best friend shared a lengthy post including their last messages as she recalled their final conversation
- She also narrated how Omusula turned the tides that were against her to rise to a flying nurse despite the struggles she went through
Don't miss out! Join Tuko.co.ke Sports News channel on WhatsApp now!
Facebook influencer Alinda Senje has penned a moving tribute in honour of her friend, Jane Omusula, who perished in the aircraft crash in Mwihoko.
Source: Facebook
Omusula was among the six who died after the aircraft crashed shortly after departing Wilson Airport for Somalia.
Friends have come out to share their memories with Omusula, among them, Amakove Wala, a medical doctor and social media bigwig.
How did Jane Omusula's BFF mourn her?
Senje shared a series of photos of herself and Omusula and accompanied her Facebook post with a long tribute painting the picture of the emergency flight nurse.
"Sunset at noon. Many years ago, two little girls from a small village in Butere dared to dream, a dream that felt impossibly large for girls like us. We chose nursing, not because it was an option, but because it was a purpose. While in Nursing School, we faced closed doors, empty pockets, and moments where hope seemed like a flicker in the distance. But we kept going. We knocked, and God answered. ACCESS offered us a partial scholarship, and suddenly, our dreams began to take shape. It wasn't just about graduating, it was about rising. And we rose," she said.
Senje further narrated how their friendship continued and how she stood by Omusula when she lost her mum.
"From a bedside nurse to an ICU expert to a global nurse, Jane climbed every rung with quiet confidence and unmatched brilliance. She was sharp. She knew her craft. She had no room for self-pity. She smashed ceilings like they were made of glass," she added.
Source: Facebook
What were their last messages?
She further narrated her last conversations with her when Omusula asked her to extend her stay in South Africa so they could hang out.
"I was in Johannesburg, she slid into my DMs asking me to extend my stay so we could hang out in Cape Town. I wish I had. I so wish I had. Now it’s just a memory. August 7, 2025. A day I will never forget. I’d had a long day and logged into Facebook. I saw the AMREF post about the plane crash. My stomach twisted. We had spoken just this Monday. I tried to reach out, and calls were not going through. I had texted her, my messages unread. I assumed she was airborne. But something felt off. Then I called. And called. And hoped. I reached out to Esther, her sister, but her phone was off. Constance Atamba and I kept praying. Hoping. But at 8:46 p.m., my world crashed. My worst fears were confirmed," she added.
Netizens were deeply touched by Senje's tribute to the AMREF nurse, and comforted her following the huge loss.
"Eeeeeiiiish! Alinda Senje, this is so deep! I am in tears for you.... This is so touching. Alinda darling, I can only imagine what you feel. I can only send you hugs and prayers. So so sorry, May her loving soul rest in peace 🙏. 🙏
Below is her post:
What was Omusula's last post?
Omusula shared a last exciting update on her LinkedIn page, sharing how happy she was to have been part of a workshop.
She wrote:
"Happy to have been part of the patient retrieval and pre-hospital ventilation workshop facilitated by Weinmann. I had a great time sharing on patient retrieval and medical evacuation."
She shared photos of the certificate she had been awarded and the amazing people she met on that day.
What did Jane Omusula like to do?
Earlier, TUKO.co.ke featured six facts about the emergency flight nurse, showing the versatile lifestyle she had.
She enjoyed travelling, playing golf and tennis, which earned her a spot with many who loved to keep up with her.
Omusula was also a passionate medic who flew patients across the globe and, in the process, took time to enjoy cultures wherever she went.
Caren Nyota, HoD Entertainment, added details about what Jane Omusula liked to do.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
