Source: UGC
In the heart of Nairobi’s Mukuru Kwa Njenga slums, a story of incredible bravery and tragic discovery has emerged.
Kyallo Jilani Wambua, a 28-year-old trained Plant Operator, recently became a local hero for his role in the recovery of multiple human bodies from a dumpsite.
This harrowing task has brought to light not only the grim realities faced by the community but also Kyallo’s tireless commitment to helping others, despite his own precarious situation.
On the morning of Friday, July 12, 2024, residents of Mukuru Kwa Njenga were shaken by the discovery of decomposing bodies in a dumpsite-turned-quarry.
The alarm was first raised when six mutilated female bodies were found, wrapped in nylon and tied with ropes. By noon, the count had risen to nine as police and locals continued their search. The bodies were taken to the City Mortuary for postmortem examinations and identification.
One name stood out amid the chaos: Kyallo Jilani Wambua. Known in his community for his willingness to assist in such grim tasks, Kyallo once again put his life on the line to retrieve the bodies.
This was not the first time he had undertaken such a dangerous mission. Over the years, Kyallo has helped pull out over eight human remains from similar sites, often at the request of the police.
Despite the danger and psychological toll, Kyallo’s efforts have gone largely unrewarded. For his recent work, he received a payment of KSh 5,000. However, his real aspiration lies beyond these occasional and perilous tasks.
Kyallo dreams of securing a permanent position as a rescuer, ideally with the Kenya Navy or the Red Cross. Unfortunately, despite several promises and even attending a recruitment exercise for the Kenya Navy, he has yet to find stable employment.
The lack of a dedicated and well-equipped disaster and rescue team has often left such critical tasks to volunteers like Kyallo, who risk their lives without adequate support or recognition.
This situation has sparked a wave of reactions on social media, where many have praised Kyallo’s bravery and called for systemic changes.
Joseph Chege, a social media user, expressed hope that Kyallo does not suffer from nightmares due to his experiences. “Hail bro, that was brave, courageous, and strong,” he wrote.
Another user, Mark Chaplain, criticized the current system, stating, “Kenya should have a disaster, rescue, and body recovery team with special equipment paid for by our taxes.
The first body was found after a woman dreamt about her missing sister being in the dumpsite. Following her dream, she took her friends to the site, where they discovered the bodies wrapped in gunny bags.
Kyallo’s background provides further context to his current situation. Despite being a trained Plant Operator, he has struggled to find stable employment.
To make ends meet, he takes on various hustles in the quarry, where his skills and willingness to help have often been called upon in times of crisis.
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