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September 15, 2026
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Five babies, one day of joy and a family's wait for answers

Five babies, one day of joy and a family's wait for answers

Mercy Kanini arrived at Thika Level Five Hospital expecting four babies. She left with five, but within a day, the family's celebration had turned into anguish...

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A 28-year-old woman, Mercy Kanini, welcomed quintuplets on Monday, September 14, at Thika Level Five Hospital, but the initial joy quickly turned to distress amid unconfirmed reports of four of the babies' deaths.

  • Five babies (four girls, one boy) were born prematurely between 26 and 27 weeks.
  • The babies were transferred to Kenyatta National Hospital for specialized care.
  • Unconfirmed reports on Tuesday, September 15, indicated four deaths, while one baby remains under care.

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