Janet Wanja, Former Malkia Strikers Player Dies
6 days ago · Janet Wanja, a former player for the Malkia Strikers and a heroine of the national volleyball team, has passed away. She died on the night of Thursday, December 26. Her family announced the news in a statement noting, “The family of Janet Wanja would like to announce her passing after a brave battle with gallbladder cancer.”
Malkia Strikers Setter Janet Wanja Dies From Gallbladder Cancer
6 days ago · “The family of Janet Wanja would like to announce her passing on after a brave battle with gallbladder cancer. Our sincere and deepest gratitude goes out to Kenya Pipeline Company for walking the journey with us from the beginning, and tirelessly providing all she needed in terms of medical support,” said Kimani. ... Email your news TIPS to ...
Malkia Strikers Legend Janet Wanja Dies after Cancer Battle
6 days ago · “The family of Janet Wanja would like to announce her passing on after a brave battle with cancer,” a statement from one of her family members read. In the same statement, the family also thanked Kenya Pipeline, who offered to cater for 100% of her medical bills earlier in December after a financial appeal was made to aid in her treatment.
Fare thee well: Former volleyball star Janet Wanja succumbs to ...
6 days ago · Celebrated Kenyan volleyballer Janet Wanja has passed away after a brave battle with gallbladder cancer.. The 40-year-old star, known for her decades-long contributions to Kenyan volleyball, died early Friday morning, December 27, as confirmed by her brother Kevin Kimani.. Wanja had been unwell for the past four months, …
Kenyan volleyball legend Janet Wanja passes away after cancer …
6 days ago · The sporting fraternity is in mourning following the death of Kenyan volleyball icon Janet Wanja, who succumbed to gallbladder cancer. Wanja’s passing was confirmed by her brother, Kevin Kimani, who shared the heartbreaking news with a local radio station. “The family of Janet Wanja would like to announce her passing on after a brave battle […]
‘Here are my wishes for you’: Family remembers Janet Wanja
4 days ago · On Friday, Kimani broke the news of her death. “The family of Janet Wanja would like to announce her passing on after a brave battle with cancer. Our sincere and deepest gratitude goes out to the Kenya Pipeline Company for walking the journey with us from the beginning, and tirelessly providing all she needed in medical support. ...
'I feel left alone,' tributes pour in for Volleyball star Janet Wanja
6 days ago · After her playing career, Janet continued her contribution to volleyball, becoming the trainer of the Kenya women’s volleyball team. Among other things, she coached the team during the 2024 Challenge Cup, and prepared the players for the 2024 Paris Olympics. May the soul of Janet Wanja rest in eternal peace.
Kenyan Volleyball Icon Janet Wanja Dies at 40 After Cancer Battle
6 days ago · On Friday morning, December 27, 2024, the Kenyan sports community was grieved by the news of the death of volleyball legend Janet Wanja, who passed away at the age of 40 after a battle with cancer at MP Shah Hospital in Nairobi. Wanja’s health challenges began in August, shortly following her return from the Paris Olympics, where she served as the fitness trainer for the Malkia Strikers ...
Janet Wanja, Kenyan Volleyball Icon, Has Died
6 days ago · “Janet Wanja, a gifted and disciplined volleyball star, served the cause of our country’s sports with honour and dedication. She was focused, hardworking, and a team player. May it be comfort to her family, friends, and the wider sports fraternity that we are praying for them at this tough and difficult time. One day, we will beat cancer.
Kenya women’s volleyball star Janet Wanja is dead
6 days ago · A statement from Wanja’s brother Kevin Kimani on Friday morning indicated that the long-serving setter, who also played for Kenya Pipeline and KCB, died on Thursday at 10pm. Wanja, 40 was suffering from cancer of the gall bladder. “The family of Janet Wanja would like to announce her passing on after a brave battle with cancer.
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