One of Britain’s youngest coronavirus victims has today been
named as a 22-year-old university student.
Kapalu Musenyesa was discovered lifeless in his north London
flat after succumbing to the deadly bug.
The young man, who was from Zambia, was studying at
Middlesex University.
His devastated family were understood to have flown from
southern Africa for their son’s funeral yesterday.
Friends said Mr Musenyesa - known as Kaps - was discovered
dead on April 20, just hours after complaining about fever and breathing
difficulties.
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Family friend Agnes Mutale wrote on a page raising funds for
the funeral: “Kapalu, a 22-year-old international student from Zambia, was
found dead in his room.
Mr Musenyesa is reported to be the fourth Zambian national
to die in the UK. Three others are said to be in intensive care units.
Friend Chabala Kakungu wrote on Facebook :
“I never pictured myself wearing a mask but after Covid-19 took my brother
Kapalu Musenyesa I think it’s time we took this whole thing seriously.
“Stay home or wear a mask if you want to step out and make
sure you wash your hands every chance you get.”