Dubai: Kenyans Mourn Fellow Countryman Who Died Of Suspected Microwave Explosion

• Mlati Gibson Mjomba, a Kenyan gentleman residing in Dubai, tragically lost his life in what is believed to be a microwave explosion at his residence in Alnahda 1, Sharjah
• Known fondly as Obama, the 50-year-old was alone at the time of the unfortunate event, and regrettably, help arrived after he had already passed away
• His family is currently seeking to raise KSh 2.2 million to bring back Obama's remains to Taita Taveta for a proper burial

The Kenyan community in Dubai is mourning Mlati Gibson Mjomba, known affably as "Obama," who tragically died in what authorities suspect to be a microwave explosion.

Details indicate that the tragic incident occurred at his residence in Alnahda 1, Sharjah, on Saturday, August 12.

Obama died of suspected explosion

Faridah Nicholas, one of the Kenyans in the UAE told TUKO.co.ke that the 50-year-old is suspected to have met his death after a microwave burnt out and exploded.

"He was staying alone, so by time people were coming to save him, he was already gone," she revealed, adding that Obama had been okay and healthy before his demise.

Faridah disclosed that Obama relocated to the Middle East in 2002 and had not only worked with different companies but was looking to join new company next month.

Friends and acquaintances described him as a friendly and outgoing person who had made a significant impact on the lives of fellow Kenyan based in the country.

Family seeking financial help

As of the time of filing this story, family and friends were working on Obama's death certificate and no objection certificate before the body is released.

A rough estimate shows that the family needs AED 50,000, which is the equipment of nearly KSh 2.2 million to transport the deceased man's body home in Taita Taveta.

Meanwhile, authorities have launched investigations into the exact cause of the death, with a forensic report expected tomorrow.

"As we wait for the forensic report, the family is humbly requesting for your support financially for his body to be repatriated," reads part of the message on the WhatsApp group.

M-pesa contributions can be channeled to his brother Simon Mjomba 0741131568, or deposited to Dubai Islamic Bank under the name Simon Oscar Mjomba, Account Number 080580131264001, IBAN AE630240080580131264001.

Another Kenyan died in Vietnam

In an almost similar story, Peter Njinu Wambui, a Kenyan man who's been living in Vietnam, passed away in a motorcycle accident involving a bus.

Until his untimely demise, Peter served as a teacher at the Alibaba center in Ninh Binh, a position he held since he moved there in 2019.

His family is seeking the support of well-wishers to raise KSh 2.5 million for the repatriation of his remains back home.