×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Kenya’s Boldest Voice
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download App

Ngugi wa Thiong'o cremated in US as family honours last wish

Renowned Kenyan author and scholar Ngugi wa Thiong'o cremated. [File, Standard]

Renowned Kenyan author and scholar Ngugi wa Thiong'o has been cremated in the United States, eight days after his death, by his final wishes, his family has said.

The 87-year-old literary giant died on the morning of Wednesday, May 28, after a prolonged struggle with health complications, including kidney issues and limited mobility.

Premium Article

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.

Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.
Continue Reading  →
What you get
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimised reading
  • Weekly newsletters & digests
Pay via
M - PESA
VISA
Airtel Money
Secure Payments Kenya's most trusted newsroom since 1902
Support Independent Journalism

Stand With Bold Journalism.
Stand With The Standard.

Journalism can't be free because the truth demands investment. At The Standard, we invest time, courage and skills to bring you accurate, factual and impactful stories. Subscribe today and stand with us in the pursuit of credible journalism.

Pay via
M - PESA
VISA
Airtel Money
Secure Payment Kenya's most trusted newsroom since 1902