Actor Dedan Juma appeals for financial help over medical bill
By William Muthama, August 11, 2025Actor Dedan Juma, popularly known as Zeze, has appealed to Kenyans for help in raising funds to cover his growing medical bills.
In a heartfelt post on his X account on Monday, August 11, 2025, Juma revealed that he has been admitted to Kenyatta University Referral Hospital for the past five days, battling meningitis.
According to his family, his medical expenses have already reached Ksh100,000 and continue to rise daily.
Public plea for assistance
Juma’s post carried a deeply personal message to his fans and fellow Kenyans.
“Greetings to you fellow Kenyans, I am kindly appealing to you, my fans and kind fellow Kenyan community, whoever is in a position to help. This is a difficult journey alone, I hope and pray that you can stand with me in this. I appreciate any support,” he wrote in the caption accompanying his appeal.
The actor’s message quickly attracted attention from his supporters online, with many expressing their willingness to contribute and share his appeal further. His family also confirmed that well-wishers have been mobilising to assist him during this challenging time.
Known for iconic roles
Juma is well-known in Kenya’s film and television scene for his bossy yet tough character portrayals that have won him a loyal following.
He has starred in several notable productions, including The Real House Helps of Kawangware, Pepeta (2022), Sleep (2022), Teke (2021), and Kiza (2023).
Beyond the screen, Juma has also participated in numerous stage performances, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
His ability to embody gritty, streetwise roles has made him a standout in the local entertainment industry, with many fans describing his performances as both authentic and entertaining.