- Akuku Danger, a comedian who cut his teeth on the Churchill Show, announced that his younger sister passed away
- Briana Merwa lost the battle to sickle cell anaemia and was laid to rest in an emotional ceremony over the weekend
- Sandra Dacha was present and offered Akuku a shoulder to lean on as Kenyans sent overwhelming condolence messages
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Comedian Akuku Danger’s younger sister, Briana Merwa, has been buried in an emotional ceremony.
How did Akuku Danger's sister die?
Akuku first announced her demise on Wednesday, August 9, while disclosing she was ailing from sickle cell anaemia.
"Woke up to the saddest news. My small sister went to be with the Lord last night. Like Me, she was born with sickle cell disease, and she succumbed to it. Rest well, warrior."
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The post included a video of the bubbly young girl joyfully dancing.
Fans thronged the heartbroken comedian’s comments section to offer condolence messages.
Merwa was laid to rest on Sunday, August 12.
A photo shared by Akuku depicted his family wearing black t-shirts with Merwa's image printed on the front.
“Today, we lay my small sister to rest. Go well, little angel, to a better place,” he captioned the photo.
Sandra Dacha, Akuku's rumoured girlfriend, was present to offer him a shoulder to lean on as he mourned his beloved sister.
She posted a video talking to Akuku before embracing him warmly. Sandra eulogised the young girl, referring to her as an in-law.
Akuku later posted a video showing his sister’s white casket lowered into the ground. The comedian received overwhelming messages of support from Kenyans.
naomi.campbel.777:
“Small caskets are the heaviest to carry. RIP jaber. It is well.”
eddiebutita:
“May God Guide you through this tough time.”
amirashaneez:
“Dear Lord more small caskets. Love and light to you all.”
shazzy.kim:
“May God comfort all of your family throughout this season”
What ailed Akuku Danger?
2022 was a difficult year for Akuku as he spent time in and out of the hospital.
In December, Akuku was rushed back to the hospital two days after being discharged.
Kenyans walked with Akuku by supporting him emotionally and financially
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