Mavela: Umoja Conductor's Close Friend Mourns, Shares Last TikTok Video with Him
- The sudden death of a renowned matatu tout saw many pen emotional tributes as they mourned him
- A friend shared a video of the conductor before his death, a clip that left the Nganya industry shattered
- The video showed why the young man would be sorely missed, capturing his cool and calm character
A Kenyan took to social media to emotionally mourn Mavela, a beloved matatu conductor.
Source: TikTok
What happened to Mavela?
The conductor passed away on Friday, July 18, after being run over by another matatu in Nairobi.
The heartbreaking news spread like wildfire, leaving many in shock and mourning his untimely death.
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TikTok user b.a.r.i.c.k shared a video of Mavela lavishing praise on the matatu he worked for.
"There is none like this. This is the only one, and it is fire," he said with a smile as the driver honked
Where was Matatu Culture event held?
Mavela looked happy as he waited for passengers to board the bus dubbed Opposite, one of the most decorated buses in Kenya's public transport sector.
He claimed their competitors were jealous of their success, noting they were among the most loved crews on the road.
"In front of you, behind you, brother. Rest in peace," read the caption on the video, which drew sympathy from netizens.
His sudden death occurred during the Matatu Culture event at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), an occasion meant to celebrate the Nganya industry.
Kenyans mourn Mavela after tragic death
Condolences poured in for the young man whose life was cut short abruptly, as many struggled to come to terms with the harsh reality.
Gael Pleasant:
"Kila kitu kina gharama yake.
And that’s how someone’s child died to make someone else’s child most popular and rich. Mnyonge has no space in this country."
Tiancey Tree:
"No way! Yesterday, he helped me. I had a tire burst, and he stayed with me until I was safe.
I feel so broken. He was a good-hearted man. Wizzy Mavela, you will be missed by many."
Cera Waithera:
"I have seen him grow, from Njogoma with Jeff at OTC, those early days. Now that he had made a name for himself as one of the best crews…And just like that, death chose to take him. We also lost Shavey De King the same way…So sad, manze."
Patrick Muchoki:
"May he rest in peace.
My condolences to his family, and also to the Canadian family, for the loss of one of their own."
Mutiso Willy:
"Yesterday taught me never to postpone something with nitaifanya kesho or nitaenda kesho. Two minutes, you’re here. Three seconds later, you’re gone. 💔If you have something to tell someone, tell them now. We don’t know what tomorrow holds. #RestEasyMavela"
Even Teacher, same thing… Empress, same story…Something is not right with this generation."
Naiari Ka Waweru:
"Yesterday taught me never to postpone something with nitaifanya kesho or nitaenda kesho. Two minutes, you’re here. Three seconds later, you’re gone. 💔If you have something to tell someone, tell them now. We don’t know what tomorrow holds. #RestEasyMavela"
Source: Facebook
Mavela's friend leaks their last WhatsApp chats
In another story, Mavela's friend leaked their last WhatsApp chat, showing their discussion about a business deal.
They had been planning to sell some T-shirts, though they hadn’t settled on the price as some clients wanted a discount.
Mavela, seemingly the initiator of the venture, asked his friend to renegotiate with the clients for a fair deal that would benefit everyone.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
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