Kenyan Lady Falls Critically Ill Days Before Trip Abroad, Seeks KSh2.5m for Life-Saving Surgery
- Predencia Wafula had secured a job opportunity in Canada and was set to travel when she fell seriously ill
- Wafula told TUKO.co.ke that she had been healthy all her life and explained what caused her sudden critical illness
- She appealed to Kenyans of goodwill to help her raise the KSh 2.5 million needed so she can care for her young daughter
- Donations can be sent via her M-Pesa numbers: 0714010286 or 0794972563 (Predencia Wafula)
A Kenyan woman has shared the heartbreaking story of how she was diagnosed with kidney failure just days before a planned trip abroad.
Source: UGC
Predencia Wafula told TUKO.co.ke that she had secured an opportunity to work in Canada and was scheduled to travel in 2024.
However, only a few days before her departure date, Wafula fell ill and was admitted to the hospital, where she was diagnosed with acute kidney injury.
As her condition worsened, the mother of one was referred to Nairobi West Hospital, where scans were done on her kidneys.
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“I was shocked when I was told that both my kidneys were completely damaged. My creatinine level was at 2000. I was shattered. My journey to Canada was cancelled at that point, and I felt lost,” she said.
What caused Predencia Wafula’s kidneys to fail?
The 25-year-old explained that she had been healthy all her life and had never experienced any health issues, especially related to her kidneys.
However, doctors told her the kidney failure was caused by hypertension, which she developed during her pregnancy.
“Doctors said there’s a chance it may have started earlier without me realising, as there were no signs, but it fully manifested in 2024,” she said.
Since then, her life has changed drastically. Hospital visits, dietary restrictions, and regular treatment have become the norm.
Wafula said she undergoes dialysis sessions twice a week, with each session costing KSh 10,500.
“Sometimes the health insurance covers it, but when there are delays, we have to pay out of pocket. It hasn’t been easy. It’s both financially and emotionally draining,” she noted.
How has kidney failure changed Wafula’s lifestyle?
She explained that her diet is now strictly controlled. She can only eat white meat, rice, ugali, and cabbage, with limited fruits such as strawberries, apples, watermelon, and grapes.
Despite the hardship, Wafula expressed gratitude for the support and care she has received from her family since her diagnosis.
Source: UGC
How to help Predencia Wafula
The mother of one now urgently needs a kidney transplant.
“All my kidneys are failing, and I need a new one to have a second chance at life,” she said.
Although she already has a willing donor from her family, the procedure requires KSh 2.5 million, an amount her family cannot raise alone.
“The only thing holding me back is the cost of the surgery. Please help me raise the funds,” she appealed.
Her greatest wish is to recover so she can care for her young daughter and support her family.
Well-wishers and kind-hearted Kenyans can contribute to her medical fund via M-Pesa on 0714010286 or 0794972563.
Kenyan mum seeks KSh 3m for daughter’s surgery
Previously, TUKO.co.ke reported that Winnie called on Kenyans of goodwill to help her raise KSh 3 million for her 12-year-old daughter’s life-saving surgery.
Nicolina Njeri was diagnosed with Marfan Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that has led to persistent complications, making surgery necessary.
Winnie said her daughter, who was born prematurely in 2012, has faced numerous health issues since birth.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
