MP Elachi’s son Elvis Murakana to be buried Saturday

Dagoretti MP Beatrice Elachi's son Elvis Murakana will be laid to rest on Saturday, March 29, at the family home in Nalepo Village, Kajiado County.

According to the family, the ceremony will start at 10am.

The cortege will leave Lee Funeral Home at 7 am on the same day.

A memorial service in his honour will be held at Holy Trinity Church, Kileleshwa, on Friday, March 28, starting at 10am.

At the time of his death,  Elvis was a Business Studies student at Africa Nazarene University and was waiting for his graduation in June 2025.

Elvis was a cherished brother and cousin of Silvia, Kelvin, Mwangi, Jemimah, Alex, Tony, Moses, Lauryn and Faith, and a loving uncle of Zenna, Tamika, Zack and Kaimani.

He was also a dear nephew and a friend to many.

Elvis had spent a week in the Intensive Care Unit at AAR Hospital following a road accident.

He is said to have left home for errands in Kasarani on Tuesday, March 18, when the accident occurred.

Tragically, while driving back, his car suffered a tyre burst along Thika Road, causing it to veer off and collide with the guardrails.

When police arrived, Elvis was found unconscious and was immediately rushed to AAR Hospital for urgent medical care.

His condition was assessed as critical, requiring emergency surgeries, after which he was placed in the Intensive Care Unit for observation.

He eventually succumbed to cardiac arrest.

President William Ruto led leaders in mourning the death of Elvis, asking God to grant Elachi and her family the strength to bear the loss.

“Be comforted by the word of the Lord in Psalm 147: 3,” the President said.

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”

Elachi's party ODM also condoled with her over the loss.

“May God grant Beatrice Elachi and family the fortitude and strength to overcome the pain of losing her son Elvis Murakana Namenya. It is such a huge loss to Mheshimiwa. As a party we stand with her during this difficult moment of mourning and grief,” it said.

Kileleshwa Ward MCA Robert Alai said losing a child was an unimaginable pain, wishing the family unwavering support and prayers as they navigate the grief.

“As the MCA for Kileleshwa Ward, I join the people of Dagoretti North and beyond in mourning this profound loss. Losing a child is an unimaginable pain, and my thoughts are with you during this incredibly difficult time,” Alai said.

“May you find strength and solace in the love and support that surrounds you. Elvis, your fourth child, will forever remain in our hearts and memories. On behalf of the Kileleshwa Ward community, I offer our unwavering support and prayers for you and your family as you navigate this grief.”