Field Marshal Muthoni wa Kirima dies

A file image of Field Marshal Muthoni wa Kirima. Photo/Handout
Freedom fighter Field Marshal Muthoni wa Kirima has passed
on.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday morning
announced the death of the 92-year-old marshal, who was a top-ranking female
fighter in the Mau Mau war.
“We recall with pride and sheer admiration, her exploits in
leading the land and freedom army after the capture of freedom hero Dedan
Kimathi whom she served as his personal assistant, after he was betrayed by
Collaborators,” Gachagua wrote in a tweet.
“We remain indebted to these great heroes and heroines for the
Sacrifice to liberate our land,” he added.
According to Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga, the Field Marshal
was rushed to a hospital in Pangani after developing health complications. She
was pronounced dead on arrival.
Kahiga added that Muthoni’s body will be moved to Lee
Funeral Home in Nairobi.
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