Stephen Mukangai loses father after battle with kidney and heart complications
By William Muthama, August 4, 2026Sports commentator Stephen Mukangai is mourning the loss of his father, Mzee Saulo Mang’alavo, who passed away in the early hours of Tuesday, August 4, 2026, after battling kidney and heart complications.
Mukangai shared the heartbreaking news in an emotional post on social media, revealing that his father died at around 1:40 am following a prolonged illness.
“BLACK TUESDAY 💔. I have lost my dad. Mzee Saulo Mang’alavo passed on in the early hours of this morning at around 1:40 AM after battling kidney and heart complications,” he wrote.
The announcement drew an outpouring of support from colleagues, friends and fans, who flooded the comment section with messages of comfort and condolences.
Media personality Shaffie Zele encouraged Mukangai to remain strong, writing, “All will be right, Stephen Mukangai, be strong 💪.” Sports journalist Kevin Teya also shared his condolences, saying, “Poleni sana bro.”
Other mourners expressed their sympathy, with one supporter writing, “My heartfelt condolences, Cuzo, pole sana kumpoteza mzazi,” while another commented, “Poleni sana kwa msiba. May his soul rest in peace.” Others simply offered words of encouragement, including “Take heart” and “Condolences to you and your family.”
Appeals for prayers
Mukangai described the loss as an incredibly difficult moment for his family and appealed to well-wishers to keep them in their prayers during the painful period.
“This is an incredibly difficult moment for me and my family. I kindly ask you to keep us in your prayers during this painful time,” he said.
Although he did not disclose further details about his father’s illness, Mukangai confirmed that Mzee Mang’alavo had been battling kidney and heart complications before his passing.
Mukangai concluded his message with a heartfelt tribute to his late father, expressing his love and praying for his eternal rest.
“Rest in eternal peace, Dad. May God welcome you into His kingdom,” he wrote.