Kabianga University Students in Pain as Classmate Dies, Details of His Death Emerge

• Yegon Abdon unfortunately met his death on Wednesday, June 25, at Tenwek Mission Hospital, Bomet county
• The young man was receiving treatment when he passed away at the medical facility, leaving many in pain
• Abdon's comrades penned emotional tributes as they remembered him as a dedicated Christian Union (CU) member

The Kabianga University community has been thrown into mourning following the tragic loss of their fellow student.

Yegon Abdon met his fate on Wednesday, June 25, leaving the education fraternity in unimaginable pain.

The school announced the demise of the young man through a heartbreaking memo, which also included details surrounding his death.

When did Yegon Abdon die?

It was initially shared by the school administration before being circulated widely on various social media platforms.

"We regret to announce the death of Yegon Abdon, who until his passing was a third-year undergraduate student in the School of Business and Economics.

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"Death occurred on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Tenwek Mission Hospital, Bomet, at around 7pm, where he had been admitted and underwent surgery," the school’s internal memo read.

Where was Yegon Abdon from?

The memo further stated that Yegon hailed from Kamurguiwel village, Konoin Sub-county, Bomet county.

Burial arrangements would be communicated later.

A screenshot of similar information shared in a WhatsApp group later leaked online, and the saddening news went viral.

"It is with great disbelief that I received such heartbreaking news this morning that Yegon is no more. Yegon was a very dedicated class representative in the School of Business, a devoted Christian Union (CU) member, and also the current chairperson of the Accounting Students Association. Gone too soon. Why now? Shine and fly with the angels," read the message.

Kenyans grieve Kabianga University student Yegon Abdon

Several comrades expressed their grief after the distressing news, penning emotional messages on their timelines and in the comments.

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Shalody Chepkorir:

"Gone are the days when kids used to bury parents in their old age... nowadays, it's the other way around 😞😞Trying times. Simoti is in grief again: Abdon Yegon 🩵Rest in power, comrade 🕊️🕊️."

Kevin Goodluck:

"Received the tragic news of the passing of Comrade Abdon Yegon with a lot of shock and disbelief. The painful hand of death has taken away a young leader who, until his demise, was also a former CU chairperson at Simoti High School. One lesson I learnt from Abdon is steadfastness in faith and humility in public service and Christian life.

"The family of Abdon has lost a great future leader who could have uplifted them in the days to come—but God, why? 😭😭😭I believe God had sufficient reason. Losing a young soul is always tragic and catastrophic, especially when they had such a bright future."

Jokinda Jokinda:

"Passing my condolences for the loss of your lovely friend. May his soul rest in peace."

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Mjukuu Wa Jane:

"Ooooh God... You just brought Abdon Yegon Kiprotich into my life as a kind, very good friend and colleague, but within a short time, he is no more. I'm emotionally overwhelmed today—I feel so pained. The ever-happy and smiling Abdon is no more 😪😥

The incident happened in the Oyani area of Migori county. Go well. Rest well, faithful servant and advocate of Christ. Though it was a short time knowing you, I never regretted it. Goodbye, bro."

Kibet Mutai:

"Rest easy, comrade."

Uriri college student killed in hit-and-run accident

In another heartbreaking story, a student from Uriri Technical and Vocational Training College was killed in a hit-and-run accident while crossing the road.

The incident happened in the Oyani area of Migori county, leaving the promising college student dead.

Although eyewitnesses did not recognise the vehicle, it was suspected to be one transporting miraa.

Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.

Source: TUKO.co.ke