His message of gratitude touched many across the country, showing once again that kindness can change lives.
The 17-year-old TikToker, whose real name is Vincent Kagwi, captured the nation’s attention when he began sharing videos of his sick father.
The 17-year-old TikToker, whose real name is Vincent Kagwi, captured the nation’s attention when he began sharing videos of his sick father.
For months, he documented their daily struggles — caring for a man who had been bedridden after suffering a stroke.
His videos inspired sympathy and hope among many Kenyans online, who decided to come together to help.
On Sunday, October 5, hundreds of well-wishers gathered at JCM Church in Nairobi for a thanksgiving service organized by Bishop Ben Kiengei.
On Sunday, October 5, hundreds of well-wishers gathered at JCM Church in Nairobi for a thanksgiving service organized by Bishop Ben Kiengei.
The bishop personally sent an ambulance to bring Kaluma’s father, popularly known as Baba Kaluma, from his rural home to the event.
What began as a simple thanksgiving turned into a miracle. Within just 30 minutes, Kenyans — both in the country and abroad — raised KSh 2 million to support the family.
What began as a simple thanksgiving turned into a miracle. Within just 30 minutes, Kenyans — both in the country and abroad — raised KSh 2 million to support the family.
The generous act moved many to tears as the once-struggling family saw a new beginning unfold before their eyes.
When handed the microphone, Baba Kaluma, lying on a hospital bed inside the church, fought back tears as he spoke.
When handed the microphone, Baba Kaluma, lying on a hospital bed inside the church, fought back tears as he spoke.
“I thank God for my son Kaluma for being my strength. I also thank my wife for standing by me through my illness. May God bless all Kenyans who have supported us,” he said, his trembling voice echoing through the congregation.
His words brought tears to many attendees, including his wife, who was seen wiping her face with a handkerchief as worshippers wept in silence.
During the same event, Bishop Kiengei announced that Kaluma had received a full university scholarship to study digital marketing.
His words brought tears to many attendees, including his wife, who was seen wiping her face with a handkerchief as worshippers wept in silence.
During the same event, Bishop Kiengei announced that Kaluma had received a full university scholarship to study digital marketing.
Well-wishers also promised to build a permanent home for the family and set up a small business for the mother.
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