The Kenyan film fraternity is mourning the death of one of its finest actress Maureen Wanza. The deceased died on Tuesday morning September 19th from child birth complications.
Apparently Maureen Wanza was taken to a Kilifi hospital after she experience labor pains but unfortunately she died while in the process of giving birth.
The deceased had starred in several local TV productions including Sumu, Almasi, Cheche and recently Kashfa. Fellow actress Kibibi Salim eulogized her fallen colleague on social media.
”Maureen Wanza yaani maisha ni mafupi mno ila I believe Allah atakulaza pema palipo wema. Habari za kifo mbili kwa pamoja, Bibi Maryam nawe Allah akulaze pema. Njia yetu sote. Sad day ila Alhamdulillah” Kibibi Salim posted on Facebook.
The C.E.O of Ashiners Films Ann Hamburg termed her death as a big blow to the house and the entire film industry at large.
“She had gone to Kilifi to give birth but she died in the process. The kid also died. This is a very big blow to us, very sad indeed” said Ann.
She described the late Maureen as a jovial, hardworking and dedicated actress. The C.E.O further revealed that funeral arrangements are currently underway.
May her soul rest in peace.
