14 January 2024

• Lizzie Wanyoike passed away at the age of 73 on January 14, 2023.

• Lizzie and her husband were married for 25 years before parting ways. He was sixteen years older than her.

Comedian Mwalimu Churchill and other Kenyans in mourning the sudden demise of NIBS Technical College founder Lizzie Muthoni Wanyoike.

Ms Wanyoike passed away at the age of 73 on January 14, 2023.

The death announcement was made public by her family.

“In loving memory of a remarkable educator. Her passion ignited minds, her kindness touched hearts.

A beacon of wisdom, she left an indelible mark on countless lives, shaping the future with grace,” Lizzie Wanyoike Family’s shared

Several leaders and prominent figures among them Mwalimu Churchill, MP Kimani Ichumgwah, William Kabogo, and Moses Kuria have euglozed Liz Wanyoike.

Mwalimu Churchill shared;

“Rest in Peace Mum. You’ve left a legacy.

Touched so many comrades' lives. We shall forever cherish your contribution to our society. You’ve left an indelible mark in our lives,”

CS Moses Kuria

“I join the rest of the country in mourning an educational icon Madam Liz Wanyoike of Nairobi Institute of Business Studies (NIBS) Who has passed on today.

“Your contribution to the education sector will remain in our hearts forever, you were great in all ways. Go well, my sister. Our condolences to your family, the Nibs fraternity, the education sector, and the nation,”.

William Kabogo

“Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Liz Wanyoike founder of the Nairobi Institute of Business Studies (NIBS). Liz was not just a great businesswoman but a source of inspiration for many. Her legacy and impact will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and the entire NIBS community. May she rest in eternal peace,”.

MP Kimani Ichungwah

“The nation mourns the loss of an education icon, Madam Liz Wanyoike, founder and Director of Nairobi Institute of Business Studies (NIBS). Her contributions to the education sector have been immense, and we deeply feel the void left by her passing.

“Madam Liz's academic acumen and dedication have left an indelible mark, and she will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and condolences go out to her family, friends, and the entire education community during this difficult time,”.

Liz Wanyoike’s death

Liz Wanyoike sadly passed on after battling cancer aged 73 years on 14th January 2024.

Quick Facts about Lizzie Muthoni Wanyoike

She is a businesswoman, teacher, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She is the founder and CEO of the Nairobi Institute of Business Studies (NIBS).

She rose from humble beginnings as a teacher earning Sh961 per month to become a symbol of achievement and a role model for all young girls, women, and society.

Ms. Wanyoike began her career in 1970, working as a teacher and principal at a city college. She was later hired by the government and assigned to State House Girls Nairobi as a teacher in 1972.

At the time, she earned a monthly salary of Ksh961.

Ms Wanyoike established NIBS in 1999 with Sh6 million and Sh4 million loans from Equity Bank Kenya.

She rented a facility and opened the institution with 25 students and two teachers.

Marriage

Lizzie and her husband were married for 25 years before parting ways. He was sixteen years older than her.