Mary Wanjiru
Mary Wanjiru is a dedicated single mother of three, who has poured her heart into raising her children to be responsible and independent. As her eldest son, Mwangi, leaves for university, Mary experiences a bittersweet mix of pride and heartbreak, reflecting on the life lessons she instilled in him. Her journey of motherhood has been marked by significant sacrifices and emotional challenges, particularly as she navigates the silence and emotional void left by Mwangi's departure.
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Mary Wanjiru was denied her body for burial by a Nairobi hospital due to an unpaid medical bill.
Ombudsman moves to act after The Standard's expos on detained body
Kenya· 2025-09-29
Mary Wanjiru's family is appealing for help to bury her after her body has remained in the mortuary for over four months.
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