The Kenyan football community is mourning the death of Kakamega Homeboyz midfielder Silas Abungana, who succumbed to head injuries after an alleged attack following a family dispute. He passed away on February 4, 2026, while receiving treatment at Kakamega County General Hospital.

• Silas Abungana was reportedly attacked by his younger brother over "wife-related issues" after family members urged him to separate from his wife.
• The incident occurred on the night of Tuesday, February 3, shortly after he played in a Premier League match against Mara Sugar FC.
• Kakamega Homeboyz Football Club confirmed his "untimely demise" and requested privacy for his family and teammates during this "unimaginable loss."
• As of publication, the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) had not yet issued a statement regarding the death of the player, whose team is sixth in the FKF Premier League.