Prince Abura, son to the late Achieng Abura dies of sickle cell anaemia

Piece by: Peninah Njoki
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Prince Abura, son to the late Achieng Abura is dead. The Riara University student was battling sickle cell anaemia.

Through a message sent out from an M-changa account opened to fundraise towards settling his medical bill, it was revealed that Prince died in his sleep.

'Through M-Changa Achieng Abura says "Today I announce with a humble heart the passing on to glory of Prince Abura in his sleep. I just want to thank all who supported this worthy cause. he was to graduate from Riara University in September . May God remember you in your time of need. More updates soon as we close this fundraiserChair.". To donate securely to THE PRINCE ABURA SICKLE CELL FUND, a treasurer-controlled Fundraiser, M-PESA: Paybill No. 891300 Account No. ABURA.

The Mchanga account was started by the late Achieng Abura to help raise funds for her son to seek treatment in London at the time.

She died months later while receiving treatment at the Kenyatta National Hospital on October 20, 2016.

Prince has been sick for a very long time having been diagnosed with Sickle Cell Anaemia at birth.

According to his Linked In profile, he was studying for a bachelors degree in computer science.

He also had a Diploma in computer software engineering from Graffins college.

May his soul rest in perfect peace.