Blood drive launched for Kisumu crash survivors
“This is tragic news for the entire country, and we are united in this sorrow. The Ministry of Health is doing everything possible to prevent more lives from being lost and to support these families,” Oluga said. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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An urgent blood drive has been launched at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) in Kisumu following a tragic road accident on the Kisumu–Kakamega road that left 26 people dead. The accident involved a school bus carrying members of the Sigoti Clan from Nyakach, prompting a national appeal for blood donations to aid the 32 survivors, many in critical condition.
- 26 people died in the accident (21 on-spot, 5 in hospital) with 32 survivors currently receiving treatment.
- Medical Services Principal Secretary Ouma Oluga launched the blood drive and praised JOOTRH's swift emergency response.
- A counseling tent and communication desk have been set up at JOOTRH to support affected families and provide updates.
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Kisumu County Fatal Bus Crash and Aftermath - August 2025
A tragic road accident occurred on August 8, 2025, on the Kisumu-Kakamega Road near Coptic Roundabout and Mamboleo area, involving a school bus carrying mourners from the Sigoti Clan. Initial reports indicated 19 to 21 fatalities, which later rose to 25 or 26 deaths with 32 survivors, many in critical condition, receiving treatment at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH). Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o issued an urgent call to KeNHA for immediate road reconstruction and redesign, while President William Ruto directed action against those responsible for negligence and urged nationwide traffic enforcement. An urgent blood drive was launched at JOOTRH to aid the survivors.
